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MARKET UPDATE: Sensex gained 200 points to 61,965, and the NSE Nifty50 moved 47 points higher to 18,316

Wednesday, May 10, 2023
Opening Bell: Indian equity benchmark indices opened with nominal gains today( 10 May 2023) despite losses in other global markets, where investor sentiment has remained cautious ahead of the US CPI figure later today. The BSE Sensex gained 200 points to 61,965, and the NSE Nifty50 moved 47 points higher to 18,316. The broader markets opened in line with benchmarks. The BSE MidCap and SmallCap indices rose up to 0.4 percent. Read more

MARKET UPDATE: Sensex rose 170 points to 61,936 while the Nifty50 moved 50 points higher to 18,315

Tuesday, May 9, 2023
Opening Bell: The Indian equity benchmark indices opened with nominal gains today(09 May 2023) as global markets remained mixed. The BSE Sensex rose 170 points to 61,936, and the NSE Nifty50 moved 50 points higher to 18,315. The broader markets, meanwhile, firmly outperformed gains in the benchmark. The BSE MidCap and SmallCap indices rose up to 0.7 percent versus a 0.2 percent gain in the BSE Sensex. Read more

MARKET UPDATE: Sensex fell 200 points to 62,934, and the NSE Nifty50 slipped 95 points to 18,716

Friday, December 2, 2022
The Indian equities held losses in today's(December 2022) trade following a weak open in line with falling global markets. The BSE Sensex fell 200 points to 62,934, and the NSE Nifty50 slipped 95 points to 18,716. Maruti, Ultratech Cement, HDFC, Power Grid, TCS, ICICI Bank, and HUL led losses on the Sensex, down up to 1.6 percent, while Eicher Motors and Divi's Labs were the top additional drags on the Nifty, up to 2 percent lower. On the flip side, IndusInd Bank, RIL, ONGC, Hindalco, BPCL, Tata Steel, and Dr. Reddy were the handful of gainers across the two benchmark indices. Read more

MARKET UPDATE:Sensex declined over 450 points to trade at 58,996 levels, while Nifty50 dropped 100 points to trade below 17,650 levels

Thursday, September 22, 2022
Opening Bell: Indian markets opened lower today(22 September 2022) after the US Federal Reserve's 75 basis point rate hike sent global markets into a tailspin. Key indices Nifty50 dropped 100 points to trade below 17,650 levels and the S&P BSE Sensex declined over 450 points to trade at 58,996 levels. Weakness ensued in the broader markets as well, as Nifty MidCap and SmallCap indices slipped up to 0.1 percent. Barring Nifty FMCG and Nifty Media, which opened with marginal gains, most sectors nosedived in negative territory. Nifty IT and Nifty Bank indices declined the most - up to 1 percent. While ITC, HUL, and Nestle India attempted to trim losses for the benchmark indices; Bajaj Finserv, Tech Mahindra, Wipro, and HDFC contributed to the sharp cuts.

MARKET UPDATE: Indian equity markets are likely to start trade on a flattish note

Monday, July 4, 2022
The Indian equity markets are likely to start trade today (4 July 2022) on a flattish note. As of 8:00 AM, the SGX Nifty Futures quoted 15,729 levels, indicating a cut of 23-odd points on the Nifty50. However, globally, the US markets closed in positive territory on Friday. Dow Jones advanced 1.05 percent, while the S&P 500 rose 1.06 percent, and NASDAQ Composite was up 0.9 percent. Asia-Pacific markets, too, imitated the positive cues from the US markets and edged higher on Monday morning. Japan's Nikkei 225 rose 1.09 percent and South Korea's Kospi was up 0.2 percent. Back home, macro data and corporate earnings season will steer the markets this week. That apart, among individual stocks, HDFC and HDFC Bank will be in focus after both stock exchanges approved their proposed merger.

MARKET UPDATE: Indian equity markets are likely to open lower

Friday, July 1, 2022
The Indian equity markets are likely to open lower in trade today(1 July 2022) amid unfavourable global sentiments. As of 7:50 AM, the SGX Nifty Futures quoted 15,722 levels, signaling a cut of 50-odd points on the Nifty50. The US markets continued to be under selling pressure yesterday. Fed's tough talks coupled with recession fears eroded investor sentiment and bogged down the S&P 500 to the path of the worst first half of the year since 1970. Both Dow Jones and the S&P 500 shed 0.8 percent each, whereas, NASDAQ Composite lost 1.3 percent. Read more

MARKET UPDATE: Sensex rose 568 points to 53,109, while Nifty at 15,860, higher by 170 points

Thursday, June 16, 2022
The markets in India opened with strong gains today(16 June 2022) after global equities cheered the 75 bps rate hike by the US Fed overnight. The BSE Sensex rose 568 points to 53,109, while the NSE Nifty was at 15,860, higher by 170 points. Among the Sensex-30 shares, Reliance, Bajaj twins, ICICI Bank, IndusInd Bank, Maruti, SBI, Titan, and Axis Bank led gains, rising up to 2 percent. BPCL, Tata Motors, and Coal India were the additional winners on the Nifty. On the flipside, PowerGrid, Nestle, Dr. Reddy's, HUL, Bharti Airtel, and ONGC were the handful of losers on the two benchmarks. Read more

MARKET UPDATE: Sensex fell 600 points to 55,050, while Nifty shed 180 points to slip below 16,400

Tuesday, June 7, 2022
The Indian key benchmark indices extended losses in early deals today(7 June 2022) tracking subdued sentiment overseas. The BSE Sensex fell 600 points to 55,050, while the NSE Nifty shed 180 points to slip below 16,400. In the broader markets, the BSE MidCap and SmallCap indices were also in the negative territory, down up to 1 percent. Sectorwise, consumer durables, financials, auto, realty, and banks led losses on the Nifty, down up to 2 percent. Nifty IT and FMCG were other notable losers. Among stocks, shares of PB Fintech, which operates online insurance broker Policybazaar and loan marketplace Paisabazaar, plunged 10 percent on the BSE after Yashish Dahiya, chairman executive and CEO of the company revealed his plan to sell up to 3.77 million equity shares through an open market.

MARKET UPDATE: Sensex down 300 points to 55,438, and Nifty slipped 90 points to 16,500

Monday, June 6, 2022
The Indian key benchmark indices held minor cuts in today's(6 June 2022) session tracking weakness in global markets as investors raised bets of steeper rate hikes by the US Fed, following positive unemployment data on Friday. In early deals, the BSE Sensex was down 300 points to 55,438, and the NSE Nifty50 slipped 90 points to 16,500. IT stocks led losses on the Sensex with Wipro, Tech M, Infosys, TCS, and HCL Tech dropping 1-2 percent. Bajaj twins, HUL, and Asian Paints were the other notable laggards. The broader markets also opened in the red. The BSE MidCap and SmallCap indices were up to 0.2 percent lower. Sectorally, Nifty IT, Media, Metals, PSBs, and Realty indices suffered the maximum losses, each down over 1 percent. Other pockets were also in red.

MARKET UPDATE: Sensex shed around 1,000 points, while Nifty fell below the 15,900-level

Thursday, May 12, 2022
The Indian key benchmark indices opened with sharp cuts today(12 May 2022) and extended losses in early deals as global markets fell on high US inflation data for April which has further dented the investors' confidence. The BSE Sensex shed around 1,000 points, while the NSE Nifty fell below the 15,900-level. Read more

MARKET UPDATE: Sensex down 400 points to 57,000, while Nifty shed 121 points to 17,070 levels

Wednesday, April 27, 2022
The domestic benchmark indices were trading with cuts today( 27th April 2022) in tune with the global weakness. The BSE Sensex was down 400 points to 57,000, while the NSE Nifty shed 121 points to 17,070 levels. Among the Sensex-30 shares, Bajaj twins, Wipro, HUL, Infosys, Titan, Teh M, SBI, Axis Bank, meanwhile, were the top laggards, slipping up to 4 percent. Whereas, NTPC, Tata Steel, Sun Pharma, HDFC Life, Hindalco, and Adani Ports were the top benchmark gainers. In the broader markets, the BSE MidCap and SmallCap indices also opened in red down up to 0.24 percent. Read more

MARKET UPDATE: Sensex rose 700 points to 57,260, while Nifty climbed 200 points to 17,150

Tuesday, April 26, 2022
The Indian benchmark indices extended their opening gains today(26 April 2022) as global markets reversed losses and oil prices continued retreat. The BSE Sensex rose 700 points to 57,260, while the NSE Nifty climbed 200 points to 17,150. All Sensex shares were in green, barring Asian Paints and Tech M. HUL, Maruti, IndusInd Bank, Bajaj Twins, M&M, Sun Pharma, Nestle, ITC and Axis Bank were the top gainers, rising up to 3 per cent. In the broader markets, the BSE MidCap and SmallCap indices were also in the positive territory, up to 1.4 per cent higher. Read more

MARKET UPDATE:Sensex down 350 points to 59,240, and Nifty at 17,700 levels, lower by 100 points

Thursday, April 7, 2022
The Indian key benchmark indices were trading with cuts today(7th April 2022) tracking weak global markets due to hawkish FOMC meeting minutes. The BSE Sensex was down 350 points to 59,240, and the NSE Nifty was at 17,700 levels, lower by 100 points. HDFC twins, Maruti, Titan, Wipro, Reliance, TCS, Kotak Bank, and Infosys were the top Sensex losers, down up to 2 percent. ONGC and UPL were the additional top losers on the Nifty.Dr Reddy's, Asian Paints, Sun Pharma, Tata Steel, Cipla and Divis Labs, HUL, NTPC, and Ultratech Cement were the top gainers, on the other hand. The BSE MidCap and SmallCap indices in the broader markets were in the positive territory, up to 0.5 percent higher. Read more

Sensex rises 768 pts from day's low, ends 231 pts up;Nifty shut shop at 17,222, up 69 points

Monday, March 28, 2022
The Indian benchmark indices swung to the positive zone in the afternoon trade today(28 March 2022) as cyclical counters such as public sector banks, auto, and metals marched ahead. Besides, a fall in crude oil prices and stability in global markets in hopes of a fresh round of talks between Russia and Ukraine supported the sentiment. The S&P BSE Sensex leaped from a low of 56,825 to settle at 57,593.5, up 231 points or 0.4 percent relative to the previous close. The NSE Nifty, on the other hand, bounced back from a low of 17,004 and shut shop at 17,222, up 69 points or 0.4 percent. Bharti Airtel, up 4 percent, was the top gainer on the Nifty50 index, followed by Coal India, Axis Bank, Eicher Motors, ITC, SBI, ICICI Bank, HUL, IndusInd Bank, and Power Grid. On the downside, UPl, Dr. Reddy's Labs, Nestle, HDFC, SBI Life, HDFC Life, HCL Tech, and Adani Ports were the top laggards, falling up to 2 percent. Read more

MARKET UPDATE:Sensex rose 1,200 points to 55,815, while Nifty climbed 320 points to 16,668 level

Thursday, March 10, 2022
The Indian key benchmark indices started on an upbeat note with a huge gap-up and extended their two-day gains, riding the rebound across global markets. The BSE Sensex rose 1,200 points to 55,815, while the NSE Nifty50 climbed 320 points to 16,668 levels. The front runners on the Sensex included Asian Paints, Axis Bank, SBI, HUL, Maruti, Ultractech Cement, up to 5 percent higher. Tata Motors was the additional top gainer on Nifty. Asian Paints logged the largest gains on the bourses as crude prices corrected sharply on Wednesday to $110 a barrel from the highs of $130. On the flip side, metals stocks were subdued as commodity prices including those of metals such as aluminum, nickel also have come off from their recent high levels. Tata Steel was the sole Sensex loser, down 0.4 percent, while ONGC, Hindalco, and Coal India were the top Nifty losers, up to 4 percent down. Read more

MARKET UPDATE:Sensex fell 688 points to 55,170, while Nifty at 16,481, lower by 177 points

Monday, February 28, 2022
In tune with weakness in Asian and global markets, the Indian benchmark indices started trade lower today(28th Feb.2022) amid the Russia-Ukraine conflict uncertainty. The BSE Sensex fell 688 points to 55,170, while the NSE Nifty was at 16,481, lower by 177 points. Among the Sensex-30 shares, Tata Steel and PowerGrid were the only gainers, up to 1 percent higher. Bharti Airtel, HDFC Bank, Dr. Reddy's, Asian Paints, Maruti, M&M, Bajaj Finserv, Kotak Bank, and Axis Bank, meanwhile, were the top losers, down up to 3 percent. In the broader markets, the BSE MidCap and SmallCap indices were also in the negative territory, down 1 percent each. Read more

MARKET UPDATE:Sensex rose 933 points to 55,463 while Nifty climbed 267 points to 16,514

Friday, February 25, 2022
The Indian benchmark indices started trade sharply higher today(25th Feb.2022) following the overnight recovery in the global markets and snapped their 7-day losing streak. The BSE Sensex rose 933 points to 55,463 while the NSE Nifty climbed 267 points to 16,514 Among the Sensex-30 shares, IndusInd Bank, Tata Steel, M&M, Bajaj Finserv, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, Ultratech Cement, Wipro, Bajaj Finance, and SBI were the top gainers, up to 4 percent higher. All Sensex shares were in the green. On the Nifty, Tata Motors, UPL, and Adani Ports were the top additional gainers, trading 3-6 percent up. The broader markets were seen putting up an impressive show outperforming the benchmarks. The BSE MidCap and SmallCap indices were up to 3 percent higher. In comparison, the Sensex and Nifty were up 2 percent each. Read more

MARKET UPDATE:Sensex up 696 points at 57,876 and Nifty at 17,316, higher by 214 points

Monday, January 31, 2022
The Indian 8benchmark indices started higher today(31st February 2022) with support from positive global markets and on the back of broad-based buying. The BSE Sensex was up 696 points at 57,876 and the NSE Nifty was at 17,316, higher by 214 points. Among Sensex shares, Asian Paints, Infosys, Wipro, IndusInd Bank, Tata Steel, Bajaj twins, Infosys, Tech M, HCL Tech, Ultratech Cement, Dr. Reddy's, Titan, and SBI were the top gainers, up between 1.5-3 percent. On the Nifty, ONGC, Divis Labs, Britannia, BPCL, and UPL were the additional gainers. On the flip side, IndusInd Bank, L&T, Coal India, and NTPC were the sole losers on the bourses. In the broader markets, the BSE Midcap and SmallCap indices were in the green, up 1.3 and 1.4 percent, respectively. Read more

Domestic benchmark indices regained their charm after initial weakness

Monday, October 11, 2021
Indian benchmark indices regained their charm after initial weakness today(11th Oct.2021) even as weak global cues weighed on investor morale. Expectation of a better September quarter earnings kept buying intact in most counters.IT stocks were the biggest drags on indices as the underwhelming earnings report by TCS disappointed investors. Rest of the sectors saw heavy buying. After opening in the red, benchmark indices climbed higher. At 10.55 am, BSE flagship Sensex was up 247 points or 0.41 per cent to 60,306. NSE benchmark Nifty advanced 95 points or 0.53 per cent to 17,990. The index hit 18,000 mark during the day. “On the technical front, markets are in a structurally positive trend. Strong support can be seen at 17,700 level and 18,100 level may act as a near-term resistance in Nifty50,” said an expert. Read more

MARKET UPDATE:Sensex up 432 points to 60,110 while Nifty advanced 126 points to 17,917

Friday, October 8, 2021
Indian domestic benchmark equity indices extended their gains today(8th Oct.2021), led by strong global cues and RBI's decision to maintain status quo. Auto and metal stocks saw buying while realty names were under pressure. “The market looks very volatile at the current position. We advise investors to book partial profits and keep a bit of cash balance in hand," said a expert. After opening in the green, benchmark indices maintained the lead. At 10.45 am, BSE flagship Sensex was up 432 points or 0.72 per cent to 60,110. NSE benchmark Nifty advanced 126 points or 0.71 per cent to 17,917. Read more

MARKET UPDATE:Sensex up 350 points at 59,123 and Nifty up 100 points at 17,634

Monday, October 4, 2021
The Indian benchmark indices kicked off the week on an upbeat note amid mixed cues from global markets. The Sensex was up 350 points at 59,123. The Nifty, meanwhile, was up 100 points at 17,634. Top gainers on the 50-pack index include Divi's Lab, Tata Motors, M&M, and NTPC. Grasin, JSW Steel, Eicher Motors, and Nestle India remain top laggards. The broader indices, too, opened in the positive territory with the Nifty Midcap 100 up 0.7 percent and the Smallcap 100 0.09 percent. The volatility indicator-India VIX-rose by 1.6 percent at 17.48 level.

MARKET UPDATE:Sensex sheds around 100 pts, Nifty tests 17,700

Thursday, September 30, 2021
The Indian benchmark indices looked set to extend their fall to the third day in a row amid a host of weak macro cues. Also, volatility could remain high on account of monthly F&O expiry. At 8.15 am, SGX Nifty was trading 50 points down at 17,655. The US markets traded with caution on Wednesday amid crude oil disruptions, inflation, and ongoing debt ceiling debate. Overnight, the Dow Jones and S&P 500 index bounced back a wee bit in green, but Nasdaq however, ended 0.3 percent lower. This morning, the Asian markets are trading on a mixed note. Shanghai and Straits Times are up, while Nikkei and Hang Seng are down.

MARKET UPDATE:Sensex was up 192 points at 58,370 while NSE Nifty up 50 points at 17,400

Tuesday, September 14, 2021
The Indian benchmark indices today (14th Sept.2021) opened for trade on a firm note amid strong cues from global markets and hopes of continuity in easy RBI money policy following the latest inflation print. The BSE Sensex was up 192 points at 58,370 in the opening session while Nifty was up 50 points at 17,400. Sectorally, all indices gained with Nifty Media leading, up over 4.5 percent. The realty, financial, and pharma sectors also gained traction. The broader markets outperformed as both BSE Midcap and Smallcap indices added over 0.6 percent each. Read more

MARKET UPDATE:BSE Sensex quoted at 58,120.5 levels, down 189.5 points while NSE Nifty at 17,320,down 50 points

Monday, September 13, 2021
Indian markets started on a tepid note today(13th September 2021), following a wobbly trade in the global markets. The S&P BSE Sensex quoted at 58,120.5 levels, down 189.5 points or 0.3 percent in early deals while the broader Nifty50 slipped below the 17,350-mark at 17,320, down 50 points. Individually, Reliance Industries slipped 1 percent after the company postponed the launch of JioPhone Next till Diwali amid chip shortage. That apart, ICICI Bank, HCL Tech, Infosys, Nestle India were the other top losers. In the broader market, the BSE MidCap and SmallCap indices traded mixed. Read more

MARKET UPDATE:Sensex, Nifty volatile;BSE Sensex quoted at 58,212 level, down 67 points and Nifty dipped 14 points at 17,344 levels

Wednesday, September 8, 2021
BSE Sensex traded lower today(8th September 2021) dragged by Infosys, Maruti Suzuki, Bajaj Auto, Sun Pharma, and TCS. The index quoted at 58,212 level, down 67 points or 0.12 percent in early deals.It's NSE counterpart Nifty50, meanwhile, dipped 14 points at 17,344 levels. In the broader markets, the BSE MidCap and SmallCap indices were flat. On the global front, Japan's Nikkei gained 0.8 percent. On the flip side, South Korea's Kospi, Australia's ASX200, and Hong Kong's Hang Seng slipped up to 0.7 percent. Shares of telecom services provider caught investor fancy today with Bharti Airtel hitting a new high at Rs 684, up 2 percent, while Vodafone Idea jumped 7 percent to Rs 8.90 on the BSE in the intra-day trade, ahead of the Cabinet meeting scheduled later in the day. According to reports, the government may discuss a relief package for the stressed sector.

Sensex climbs 639 pts, Nifty tops 15,800;Signs of a strong corporate earnings season lifted demand for risky equities

Thursday, July 22, 2021
Taking cues from firm global markets, the Indian market witnessed robust momentum shrugging off concerns over the spread of Covid-19 and FII selling. Global markets continued to hold onto their gains owing to solid earnings reports and turned their focus on the ongoing European Central Bank’s policy announcement. A confirmation by Fed to continue its supportive policy in the upcoming meet despite rising inflationary pressure will be a key factor in maintaining the direction of the rally. The benchmark indices snapped their three-day losing run and closed over a percent higher today(22nd July 2021). The headline S&P BSE Sensex index closed the session at 52,837 levels, up 639 points while the broader Nifty50 shut shop at 15,825, up 193 points. The broader markets, on the other hand, outperformed and rallied over 1.5 percent higher each. Read more

MARKET UPDATE:Sensex was up 360 points at 52,930 levels and Nifty testing the 15,850-mark

Tuesday, June 22, 2021
The benchmark indices in India rose over half a percent in early deals today(22nd June 2021), amid favourable cues from other global markets. The S&P BSE Sensex was up 360 points, or 0.69 percent, at 52,930 levels and the Nifty50 index was testing the 15,850-mark. Maruti Suzuki rose 2 percent and was the top Sensex gainer, followed by IndusInd Bank, Titan, ICICI Bank, and State Bank of India (all up over 1%). The Nifty sectoral indices were painted green, led by the Nifty PSU Bank index, up 1.9 percent. The broader markets, meanwhile, outran their benchmark peers. The S&P BSE MidCap and SmallCap indices traded 0.9 percent and 1.2 percent higher, respectively. Seventy-nine companies, including NMDC, Aster DM Healthcare, Bharat Electronics, and Jaypee Infratech are scheduled to release their quarterly earnings today.

These stocks show positive momentum

Monday, June 21, 2021
Taking cues from global markets, the Indian benchmark indices have declined over 2 percent from recent peaks while the Nifty Bank index has tumbled over 5.50 percent from its peak. Today(21st June 2021), the Indian benchmark indices clawed their way out of the early lows but were still trading half a percent down. The weakness, however, can be seen as an opportunity by investors as major medium-term supports are not broken, technical charts suggest. Here are some stocks showing positive momentum. Read more

MARKET UPDATE:Sensex fell 210 points to 52,290 and Nifty traded below the 15,700-mark

Thursday, June 17, 2021
In Indian markets, benchmark indices followed the losses in global markets and edged lower in early deals today(17th June 2021) amid the US Federal Reserve's indication that it could begin raising interest rates in 2023. The S&P BSE Sensex fell 210 points to 52,290 and the broader Nifty50 index traded below the 15,700-mark. HDFC Bank, HDFC, Axis Bank, and Kotak Mahindra Bank fell 1 percent, each, and were the top Sensex laggards. All the Nifty sectoral indices were trading in the red, with the Nifty Metal index, down 1.5 percent, bleeding the most. In the broader markets, the S&P BSE MidCap index fell 0.6 percent, while the SmallCap index was flat. Thirty-three companies, including Power Grid Corporation, Natco Pharma, Jammu & Kashmir Bank, DB Corp, and Khadim India are scheduled to release their quarterly earnings today. Read more