Sensex, Nifty extend rally for 3rd day on hopes of US-Iran ceasefire extension

Sensex, Nifty extend rally for 3rd day on hopes of US-Iran ceasefire extension

Indian equity markets extended their rally for a third straight session on Tuesday, driven by optimism over a potential extension of the US-Iran ceasefire and easing geopolitical tensions in West Asia. The Sensex rose 753.03 points to close at 79,273.33, while the Nifty gained 211.75 points to end at 24,576.60. Apr 21, 2026
Sensex, Nifty open higher as geopolitical tensions ease

Sensex, Nifty open higher as geopolitical tensions ease

Indian equity benchmarks Sensex and Nifty 50 opened higher on Thursday, tracking positive global cues as geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran showed signs of easing. Gains were driven by sectors like realty, financials, and consumer durables, with mid-cap and small-cap stocks outperforming. Apr 16, 2026
Gold, silver prices climb ahead of key US Fed meet

Gold, silver trade lower as US Hormuz blockade rattles markets

Gold and silver prices declined on Monday amid heightened geopolitical tensions following Donald Trump's announcement of a US blockade of the Strait of Hormuz. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), gold fell up to 0.78%, while silver dropped as much as 2.5%. Global markets also mirrored the weakness, with COMEX gold and silver witnessing sharp declines. Apr 13, 2026
Nifty, Sensex extend gains by over 1 pc

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
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
Sensex, Nifty slip after mild start on geopolitical tensions

Sensex, Nifty slip after mild start on geopolitical tensions

Indian equity markets saw a volatile start on Monday, with the BSE Sensex and Nifty 50 slipping into the red after opening slightly higher. Early gains were erased due to rising geopolitical tensions involving Iran, the US, and Israel, particularly concerns over the Strait of Hormuz. Apr 6, 2026
Indian rupee opens higher against US dollar

Indian rupee opens 10 paise higher at 93 against US dollar

The Indian rupee opened 10 paise higher at 93 against the US dollar, supported by the Reserve Bank of India's measures to curb volatility and speculation in offshore markets. The currency has gained about 2% over the past week as banks unwound positions in the NDF market. Apr 6, 2026