BSE Sensex

Weak global cues, oil price, FII data likely to drive D-Street next week

Indian markets are expected to stay cautious next week due to weak global signals, rising crude oil prices, and continued foreign fund outflows. Benchmark indices Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex ended lower in the last session, dragged by oil-sensitive stocks as crude prices remained above $100 per barrel.

May 3, 2026

Nifty, Sensex dip nearly 0.75 pc this week amid geopolitical tensions

Indian equity markets ended the week lower, with both the Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex slipping around 0.75% amid persistent FII selling and a sharp rise in crude oil prices. Nifty closed at 23,997, while Sensex settled at 76,913.

May 1, 2026

Sensex, Nifty gain in early trade despite geopolitical tensions, rising oil prices

Indian benchmark indices BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 opened higher on Wednesday, rising over 0.5% in early trade despite escalating geopolitical tensions and a surge in crude oil prices. Gains were driven by strong buying in auto, chemicals, realty, energy, and IT stocks

Apr 29, 2026

Indian stock markets fall sharply amid IT rout, West Asia tensions this week

Geopolitical risks, particularly around the Strait of Hormuz, drove oil prices up over 15%, adding pressure on market sentiment. Foreign institutional investors remained net sellers, while strong domestic inflows helped limit deeper losses.

Apr 25, 2026

Sensex falls 983 points, Nifty slips below 24,000 as oil spike hits sentiment

The Sensex dropped 982.71 points, or 1.27 per cent, to close at 76,681.29, while the Nifty declined 275.10 points, or 1.14 per cent, to settle at 23,897.95.

Apr 24, 2026

Sensex, Nifty trade lower in early deals, IT and pharma stocks under pressure

Sensex was trading at 77,263, down 0.51 per cent or 400 points, while Nifty was down 0.41 per cent, or 100 points, in early trade amid panic selling in IT, financial and pharma stocks. However, support was seen in FMCG and chemical scrips.

Apr 24, 2026

Rupee slips to 93.32 as RBI eases speculation norms amid global tensions

The Indian rupee fell 16 paise to 93.32 against the US dollar, pressured by a stronger dollar and eased RBI curbs, despite support from equities and lower crude prices, amid uncertainty over the US-Iran ceasefire.

Apr 21, 2026

Sensex eyes 79,000 milestone amid cooling oil prices & diplomatic hopes

Indian benchmarks Sensex and Nifty climbed in early Tuesday trade, fueled by declining crude oil prices and reports of potential US-Iran peace talks in Pakistan. The Sensex jumped 445 points to 78,966, led by gains in realty and banking sectors.

Apr 21, 2026

Indian markets eye US-Iran talks, Q4 earnings; Nifty at 24,353, Sensex at 78,493 hold key levels

Indian markets will track US-Iran talks, crude prices, and Q4 earnings this week. Nifty and Sensex remain in an uptrend but need strong follow-through buying. FIIs show early return signs, while DIIs book profits. Key economic data and global cues will play a crucial role in market direction.

Apr 19, 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

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

Crude oil prices surge over 3 pc over Iran tensions, Trump deadline

Global crude oil prices surged more than 3 per cent on April 7, 2026, amid escalating US-Iran tensions and President Donald Trump's deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude climbed to 111.63 dollars while WTI jumped over 3 percent to 116.87 dollars.

Apr 7, 2026

Sensex, Nifty slide 1 pc as Hormuz deadline by US rattles markets

The Indian stock market experienced a notable decline on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, with both the Sensex and Nifty 50 closing approximately 1% lower. This downward movement followed an initial opening that saw the Sensex drop over 700 points to reach 73,366.60 and the Nifty slide nearly 0.9% to trade around 22,764.

Apr 7, 2026

Sensex, Nifty extend rally for 3rd day on hopes of US-Iran de-escalation

The benchmark Nifty rose 1.12 per cent or 255 points to close at 22,968.25, while the Sensex gained 787 points, or 1.07 per cent, to settle at 74,106.85.

Apr 6, 2026

Sensex, Nifty extend gains for 2nd day as IT stocks rise

The Nifty closed 0.15 per cent higher, gaining 33.70 points to settle at 22,713.10. The Sensex also ended in the green, rising 185.23 points or 0.25 per cent to finish at 73,319.55.

Apr 2, 2026

Sensex, Nifty extend gains for 2nd day as IT stocks rise

The Nifty closed 0.15 per cent higher, gaining 33.70 points to settle at 22,713.10. The Sensex also ended in the green, rising 185.23 points or 0.25 per cent to finish at 73,319.55.

Apr 2, 2026

Indian equities open sharply lower as Trump's West Asia remarks dent sentiment

Sensex opened at 72,262, down 872 points or 1.19 per cent, while the Nifty fell 1.31 per cent or around 300 points to open at 22,383.40. Both the indices fell further as trading progressed in early hours.

Apr 2, 2026

Sensex, Nifty log fifth weekly fall as tensions rise

Market sentiment remained volatile due to the ongoing US–Iran tensions and concerns over global energy supply, with crude prices staying elevated. Banking stocks underperformed, while IT and pharma sectors showed slight gains. Broader markets also declined in line with benchmark indices.

Mar 28, 2026

Sensex falls 1,500 points as Iran-Israel war, crude oil prices continue to dent sentiment

Sensex fell 1,555.62 points or 2.08 per cent to 72,977.34 in early trade, while Nifty declined 479.95 points or 2.07 per cent to 22,634.55.

Mar 23, 2026

HDFC Bank takes biggest hit as market valuation plunges over Rs 56,000 crore in last week

HDFC Bank was the biggest loser among India's top companies last week, with its market valuation dropping over Rs 56,000 crore to Rs 12,01,267.28 crore.

Mar 22, 2026