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Sensex jumps 1,264 points, Nifty surges 1.6 pc as easing US-Iran tensions lift markets

Indian equity markets rallied strongly as easing geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran improved global risk sentiment. Benchmark indices surged, with the Sensex jumping 1,264 points to close at 78,111.24 and the Nifty rising 1.63% (388.65 points) to settle at 24,231.30.

Apr 15, 2026

Sensex jumps 1,300 points as Trump signals Iran war near end

During early trade, the Nifty surged 1.61 per cent, or 392.75 points, to trade at 24,237.70. The Sensex also climbed 1.70 per cent, or 1,303 points, to 78,150.54.

Apr 15, 2026

ICICI Prudential AMC Q4 profit falls 16.7 pc sequentially to Rs 763 crore

Revenue from operations increased 19.5% YoY to Rs 1,517.01 crore, while remaining largely flat sequentially. The company's board recommended a final dividend of Rs 12.40 per share, subject to shareholder approval at the AGM.

Apr 14, 2026

BSE and NSE tighten surveillance, cut circuit limits for 19 stocks; markets remain closed for Ambedkar Jayanti

BSE and NSE have reduced circuit limits on 19 volatile stocks from April 15, 2026, to control sharp price movements. The move aims to curb speculation and improve market stability. Investors are also alerted about possible T2T shifts, which can impact liquidity and trading strategies significantly.

Apr 14, 2026

Gold rises 2.45% to ₹1,53,977; silver at ₹2,44,297 on safe-haven demand despite US-Iran ceasefire

Global gold and silver prices jump up to 2 pc amid geopolitical tensions

Global gold and silver prices rebounded by up to 2% after a recent dip, supported by easing inflation concerns and signs of possible diplomatic progress in the United States–Iran conflict. COMEX gold rose modestly, while silver recorded stronger gains of around 2%.

Apr 14, 2026

Indian stock markets slump 2 pc amid fresh jitters as US-Iran talks fail

Indian equity benchmarks tumbled nearly 2 percent amid escalating geopolitical tensions after US-Iran ceasefire talks failed. The Sensex dropped 1,675 points to 75,874 while Nifty fell 500 points to 23,555. Brent crude surged more than 8 percent above 102 dollars per barrel

Apr 13, 2026

Indian stock markets gain in early trade over positive Asian cues

Indian stock market in positive territory, overall sentiment remains balanced

According to analysts, global developments remained a key influence, with the temporary ceasefire between the US and Iran improving risk appetite, though uncertainty around its sustainability persisted.

Apr 12, 2026

Sensex jumps 1,372 points, Nifty near day's high as geopolitical tensions ease

DIIs offset FII selling as Indian markets rebound over 5 pc on ceasefire hope

Bank Nifty overperformed the broader market, closing at 55,912, up 1.99 per cent on Friday. It posted a steep weekly surge of 8.47 per cent.

Apr 12, 2026

Gold gains for third consecutive week amid dollar weakness

On Friday, MCX gold June futures added 0.02 per cent while MCX silver May futures inched up 0.01 per cent. Currently gold futures stand at Rs 1,52,690, with silver futures at Rs 2,43,300 per kg.

Apr 11, 2026

Nifty, Sensex extend gains by over 1 pc

Both the Nifty and the Sensex ended higher, extending their recent gaining streak. At the closing bell, Sensex was up 918.6 points, or 1.20 per cent, to finish the intra-day trading session at 77,550.25.

Apr 11, 2026

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Apr 10, 2026

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Apr 10, 2026

Sensex, Nifty trade sharply higher despite geopolitical jitters

Sensex climbed as much as 0.82 per cent or 630 points to hit an intra-day high of 77261 in early trade, while Nifty surged 0.85 per cent or 203 points to trade at 23,978.

Apr 10, 2026

Sensex, Nifty slip after mild start on geopolitical tensions

Sensex, Nifty fall as oil rally breaks 5-day winning streak

The Nifty closed 0.93 per cent lower, falling 222.25 points to settle at 23,775.10. The Sensex also slipped sharply, ending 1.20 per cent or 931.25 points down at 76,631.65.

Apr 9, 2026

Sensex, Nifty end lower amid volatile trade

Sensex, Nifty trade lower amid fresh geopolitical tensions

Sensex traded 560 points or 0.72 per cent lower at 77,003, hitting an intra-day low in early trade, while Nifty fell as much as 182 points or 0.75 per cent to 23,815, also logging an intra-day low. Sectorally, IT, realty, banking, and auto stocks were among the top laggards, declining up to 1 per cent.

Apr 9, 2026