Indian equity markets opened higher on Wednesday, August 26, with the Sensex gaining more than 200 points to trade around 77,900, while the Nifty remained close to the 24,300 mark. Buying was led by banking and real estate stocks as investors tracked mixed signals from Asian markets.

The domestic market's positive opening followed gains in the previous session. On Tuesday, the Sensex climbed 287 points to close at 77,656, while the Nifty advanced 116 points to end at 24,335.

Banking, Realty Stocks Lead Gains

Banking and realty shares were among the sectors supporting the market's early gains on Wednesday. The movement comes as investors continue to assess domestic buying activity and global market trends.

The broader market sentiment was also supported by continued purchases from domestic institutional investors. According to the data provided, DIIs have invested ₹8,386 crore over the past seven trading days, taking their 30-day net investment to ₹40,152 crore.

Foreign institutional investors and foreign portfolio investors were also shown as net buyers, with purchases of ₹1,649 crore over the previous seven days and ₹12,928 crore over the past 30 days.

Asian Markets Trade Mixed

Asian markets were trading with a positive bias in the data available on Wednesday.

South Korea's KOSPI was at 6,860, up 99 points or 1.57%. Japan's Nikkei stood at 66,228, gaining 371 points or 0.56%, while Hong Kong's Hang Seng was at 25,712, up 201 points or 0.63%.

The mixed regional trend is being closely watched by Indian investors for cues on foreign fund flows and market sentiment.

US Markets End Higher

US markets also closed higher in the previous session on August 25, according to the figures provided.

The Dow Jones gained 160 points, or 0.30%, to 53,577. The Nasdaq advanced 171 points, or 0.66%, to 26,151, while the S&P 500 rose 24 points, or 0.32%, to 7,677.

The performance of Wall Street remains an important global cue for Indian markets, particularly for technology, financial and other globally linked stocks.

Sensex, Nifty Gained on Tuesday

Indian benchmarks finished Tuesday's session in positive territory.

The Sensex closed at 77,656, gaining 287 points or 0.37%, while the Nifty ended at 24,335, up 116 points or 0.48%.

Among the Nifty's notable gainers, Adani Enterprises rose ₹111.40, or 3.72%, to ₹3,110. Max Healthcare gained ₹25.50, or 2.57%, to ₹1,016, while Apollo Hospitals advanced ₹187, or 2.15%, to ₹8,889.

HDFC Life, SBI Life Among Losers

Not all stocks participated in Tuesday's rally. HDFC Life declined ₹6.25, or 1.13%, to ₹547. SBI Life fell ₹15.90, or 1.11%, to ₹1,422, while ONGC slipped ₹2.55, or 1.08%, to ₹234.

Investors will continue to track sector-specific movements and institutional flows during Wednesday's session as the benchmarks attempt to sustain their recent gains.

ESDS Software IPO Opens August 28

Meanwhile, investors will also be watching the upcoming ESDS Software Solution IPO, which is scheduled to open on August 28.

The company plans to raise ₹720 crore through the initial public offering. The price band has been fixed at ₹408–₹429 per share. The minimum bid is 34 shares, with one lot costing ₹14,586 at the upper end of the price band.

The issue is scheduled to close on September 1.

Indian equity markets opened under pressure on Thursday, August 13, with both benchmark indices witnessing sharp declines amid selling in banking and information technology stocks.

The Sensex fell more than 250 points to around 77,700, while the Nifty 50 declined by over 100 points to trade near 24,300. Banking and IT stocks were among the major sectors facing selling pressure during the session.

The decline comes a day after domestic markets also ended lower, while mixed trends in Asian markets and gains in most major US indices provided limited support to Indian equities.

Banking, IT Stocks Under Pressure

Selling was particularly visible in banking and IT counters during Thursday's trading session. Weakness in these heavyweight sectors weighed on the broader benchmarks.

Investors are also tracking global market movements, foreign fund flows and developments in international markets for further direction.

Asian Markets Mixed

Asian markets were largely positive during the session, although gains varied significantly across major indices.

Despite the positive movement in several Asian markets, Indian equities remained under pressure, indicating that domestic factors and sector-specific selling were influencing sentiment.

US Markets End Mostly Higher

US markets had a mixed session on August 12, with the Dow Jones ending marginally lower while the Nasdaq and S&P 500 gained.

The performance of US markets remains an important external cue for Indian investors, particularly for technology and other globally exposed sectors.

Foreign Investors Buy ₹1,494 Crore

Foreign investor activity has remained mixed in the Indian market. According to the available data, foreign institutional investors and foreign portfolio investors bought shares worth around ₹1,494 crore over the past seven sessions, while their 30-day flow remained negative.

Domestic institutional investors, meanwhile, continued to provide support through buying.

The continued participation of domestic institutional investors has helped provide some cushion against foreign selling pressure.

Markets Fell on Wednesday

The decline on Thursday followed another weak session on Wednesday, August 12.

The Sensex closed 188 points lower at 77,966, while the Nifty declined 36 points to finish at 24,436.

The latest fall has brought both benchmarks further below their previous closing levels, with investors watching whether the indices can stabilise as the trading session progresses.

Global Cues in Focus

Market participants are likely to track global equity trends, institutional fund flows and sector-specific developments during the remainder of Thursday's session.

With banking and IT stocks facing selling pressure, the performance of heavyweight shares could remain crucial for the direction of the Sensex and Nifty in the near term.

Investors will also keep an eye on overseas markets and broader economic developments as they assess the next move in domestic equities.

 Indian equity markets opened lower on Monday, August 10, with the benchmark Sensex declining around 100 points to trade near 78,400, while the Nifty50 was down about 30 points at around 24,550. Selling pressure was visible across key sectors, particularly energy, banking and FMCG stocks.

The decline came despite positive signals from major Asian markets and gains recorded by US equities in the previous session. Investors are also tracking fresh initial public offerings (IPOs), foreign and domestic institutional flows, and broader global market trends for direction.

Sensex, Nifty Trade Lower

The Sensex was trading around 78,400, down nearly 100 points during the session. The Nifty50 was also under pressure, slipping approximately 30 points to around 24,550.

Energy and banking stocks were among the major areas witnessing selling activity, while FMCG shares also faced pressure. The movement suggests that investors remain cautious despite a relatively positive trend in overseas markets.

The domestic market had ended the previous week on a weaker note. On Friday, August 7, the Sensex declined 455 points to close at 78,499, while the Nifty fell 65 points to settle at 24,570.

Two IPOs Open for Subscription

Investor attention is also focused on the primary market, with the IPOs of Molbio Diagnostics and Dhoot Transmissionopening for subscription on Monday.

Molbio Diagnostics is looking to raise around ₹939.70 crore through its IPO, while Dhoot Transmission aims to raise approximately ₹3,066.89 crore.

Both issues will remain open for investors until August 12. The simultaneous opening of the two IPOs gives investors additional options in the primary market at a time when the secondary market is witnessing volatility.

Asian Markets Remain Positive

The weakness in Indian equities was not reflected across major Asian markets. Several key regional indices were trading higher on Monday.

South Korea's KOSPI was at 6,307, gaining 57 points or 0.77%. Japan's Nikkei climbed 1,325 points, or 2.02%, to 66,931. Hong Kong's Hang Seng index also advanced 153 points, or 0.59%, to 25,821.

The positive regional cues, however, have not been sufficient to push Indian benchmarks higher in early trading.

US Markets Ended Higher

Indian investors are also taking cues from the US market's performance on Friday, August 7.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 152 points, or 0.28%, to close at 54,037. The Nasdaq Composite advanced 342 points, or 1.30%, to 26,691, while the S&P 500 rose 48 points, or 0.62%, to finish at 7,758.

The gains in US equities provide a relatively supportive global backdrop, although domestic factors continue to influence Indian markets.

Institutional Flows Provide Support

Foreign investors have remained active in Indian equities over the past week. According to the available data, Foreign Institutional Investors (FII/FPI) bought shares worth around ₹1,966 crore over the last seven trading days.

Over the latest reported period, FII/FPI buying stood at approximately ₹480 crore. However, their 30-day net position remained negative at around ₹7,464 crore.

Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs), meanwhile, have provided stronger support. DII buying stood at around ₹6,196 crore over seven days and approximately ₹31,601 crore over the past 30 days.

Investors Await Fresh Triggers

The market is likely to remain sensitive to sector-specific movements, institutional flows, global cues and developments in the primary market. With the Sensex and Nifty beginning the week in negative territory despite gains in Asian and US markets, investors may continue to watch whether buying support emerges at lower levels.

The performance of banking, energy and FMCG stocks, along with subscription trends in the two IPOs, could remain among the key factors influencing market sentiment during Monday's trading session.

Indian benchmark equity indices opened lower on Friday, with the BSE Sensex declining more than 300 points and the NSE Nifty slipping below the 24,600 mark, tracking weakness in global markets and selling pressure in banking stocks.

During early trade, the Sensex was trading around 78,600, down nearly 300 points or 0.40 per cent, while the Nifty 50 fell around 50 points, or 0.20 per cent, to 24,580.

Banking Stocks Under Pressure

Banking shares emerged as the biggest laggards in early trading, dragging the broader market lower. Investors booked profits in several financial counters after recent gains.

In contrast, information technology (IT) stocks witnessed buying interest, helping limit losses in the broader indices despite the weak market sentiment.

Asian Markets Trade Mostly Lower

The cautious mood was also reflected across major Asian equity markets.

South Korea's Kospi declined around 1.15 per cent, while Japan's Nikkei slipped nearly 0.98 per cent in early trade. Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index traded marginally higher, indicating mixed investor sentiment across the region.

Market participants continued to monitor global economic developments, bond yields and expectations surrounding major central bank policy decisions.

US Markets End Lower

Overnight, Wall Street closed in negative territory.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 464 points (0.85 per cent), while the Nasdaq Composite edged lower by 0.06 per cent. The S&P 500 also ended the session with a decline of 0.18 per cent, reflecting cautious investor sentiment.

The weak performance in US equities weighed on Asian markets at the opening.

Foreign Investors Remain Selective

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) remained nearly neutral in the latest trading session, while Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) continued to provide support to the market.

Over the past seven trading sessions, foreign investors have made net purchases of approximately ₹2,408 crore worth of Indian equities. However, on a rolling 30-day basis, FIIs continue to remain net sellers.

Domestic institutional investors have maintained steady buying, helping cushion volatility in the market.

Previous Session Ended Higher

Despite Friday's weak opening, Indian markets had ended the previous session on a positive note.

On Thursday, the Sensex gained 374 points, supported by buying in select heavyweight stocks and positive investor sentiment during the latter half of the trading session.

Market analysts expect investors to remain focused on global market cues, corporate earnings, foreign fund flows and sector-specific developments for further direction.

Domestic equities rebound after previous session's decline; Asian markets trade mixed while foreign investors remain net sellers

Indian benchmark equity indices opened sharply higher on Tuesday, with the BSE Sensex gaining more than 600 points and the NSE Nifty advancing around 200 points, driven by strong buying in information technology and banking stocks.

During early trade, the Sensex was trading above 77,400, while the Nifty crossed the 24,200 mark, recovering from losses recorded in the previous session.

IT and banking stocks drive gains

The rally was led by buying interest in IT and banking counters, which emerged as the top-performing sectors in morning trade. The broad-based recovery helped lift overall market sentiment despite mixed global cues.

Market participants were also closely tracking foreign institutional investment trends and developments in international markets.

Asian markets show mixed trend

Major Asian indices traded on a mixed note during the session.

• Hang Seng (Hong Kong): Up 1.67%

• Nikkei (Japan): Down 1.08%

• Kospi (South Korea): Down 7.68%

The mixed performance reflected investor caution amid global economic and geopolitical developments.

Wall Street ends mixed

US markets closed mixed overnight.

• Dow Jones: Gained 537 points (+1.03%)

• S&P 500: Rose 16 points (+0.21%)

• Nasdaq Composite: Declined 55 points (-0.22%)

The positive finish in the Dow and S&P 500 offered some support to investor sentiment, although weakness in technology stocks weighed on the Nasdaq.

FIIs continue selling, DIIs provide support

Institutional investment data continued to show contrasting trends.

Over the past seven trading sessions:

• Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs/FPI): Net sellers of approximately ₹7,825 crore

• Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs): Net buyers of around ₹12,394 crore

On a 30-day basis, FIIs have remained net sellers, while domestic investors have continued to offset foreign outflows through sustained buying.

Market rebounds after Monday's decline

The gains come a day after domestic equities ended marginally lower.

On July 28, the:

• Sensex closed 69 points lower at 76,765

• Nifty slipped 10 points to settle at 23,985

Tuesday's recovery indicates renewed buying interest, particularly in heavyweight sectors, as investors await further domestic earnings announcements and global market cues.

Indian equity benchmarks ended sharply lower on Wednesday, with the BSE Sensex plunging 715 points and the NSE Nifty 50 slipping below the psychologically important 24,000 mark. Weakness in banking and information technology (IT) stocks, coupled with rising crude oil prices and global geopolitical concerns, kept investors on the sidelines throughout the trading session.

The Sensex closed below the 77,000 level, while the Nifty settled at 23,996.25, down 191.45 points, marking a decline of nearly one percent.

Banking and IT Stocks Drag Markets

Selling pressure remained concentrated in banking and IT counters, making them the biggest drags on the benchmark indices.

On the National Stock Exchange (NSE), almost all sectoral indices ended in the red. The only major exception was Nifty Auto, which managed to close with modest gains.

Among broader market indices, the Nifty Mid-Small Healthcare Index emerged as the worst-performing sector, declining nearly 2%, reflecting widespread selling across mid- and small-cap healthcare stocks.

Market participants attributed the weakness to profit booking after recent gains, rising global uncertainty and caution ahead of key economic developments.

Crude Oil Hits Five-Week High

Global crude oil prices added to investor concerns after Brent crude climbed to around $92 per barrel, its highest level in five weeks.

The sharp rise follows escalating geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran, raising fears of possible supply disruptions in global energy markets.

Higher crude prices are closely watched in India, as the country imports the majority of its oil requirements. Sustained increases in oil prices can widen the trade deficit, fuel inflation and put pressure on corporate earnings.

Asian Markets Deliver Mixed Performance

Asian markets ended on a mixed note on Wednesday.

South Korea's KOSPI emerged as the strongest performer, gaining nearly 4.7%, while Japan's Nikkei advanced almost 2%.

However, Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index ended lower, reflecting cautious sentiment in parts of the Asian market.

Wall Street Ends Higher

Despite weakness in Indian equities, US markets closed in positive territory overnight.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average, Nasdaq Composite, and S&P 500 all registered gains, supported by strong technology stocks and optimism over corporate earnings.

Global investors, however, remain focused on geopolitical developments and their potential impact on inflation and interest rates.

Institutional Investor Activity

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) were net buyers of ₹1,650 crore during Wednesday's session, providing some support to the market.

Over the past seven trading sessions:

• Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) have recorded net purchases worth ₹4,660 crore.
• FIIs, however, continue to remain net sellers over the past month, reflecting cautious foreign investment flows into Indian equities.

Rupee Weakens Against Dollar

The Indian rupee weakened by 11 paise to close at 96.36 against the US dollar.

Currency analysts said the depreciation was driven by higher crude oil prices, sustained demand for the dollar and global risk aversion.

Markets Extend Previous Day's Losses

Wednesday's decline follows losses recorded in the previous session.

On July 21, the Sensex had fallen 238 points to settle at 77,470, while the Nifty declined 51 points to close at 24,188.

With concerns over rising oil prices, global geopolitical tensions and sector-specific selling continuing to dominate sentiment, market participants are expected to remain cautious in the coming sessions while closely tracking global developments, institutional investment trends and upcoming corporate earnings.

Indian benchmark equity indices traded in a narrow range on Tuesday as investors remained cautious amid mixed global market signals and sector-specific selling. The BSE Sensex hovered around 77,700, while the NSE Nifty 50 traded near 24,250, reflecting a lack of strong directional momentum after the previous session's decline.

Market participants closely tracked global developments, easing crude oil prices, institutional investment flows, and corporate earnings, all of which influenced trading sentiment during the session.

Banking and FMCG Stocks Under Pressure

The broader market witnessed selective buying, but heavy selling pressure in banking and FMCG stocks limited overall gains.

Sector-wise, the Nifty Chemicals Index emerged as the top performer, rising nearly 0.86%, while several other indices traded in the red.

Pharmaceuticals, PSU banks, consumer durables, real estate, and REIT-linked stocks also witnessed weakness, reflecting cautious investor positioning across defensive and rate-sensitive sectors.

Analysts said investors remained selective as they awaited fresh corporate earnings and additional domestic and global economic triggers.

Crude Oil Slips Below $90 Per Barrel

Global crude oil prices eased below the $90 per barrel mark, offering some relief to emerging markets, including India.

Oil prices had recently climbed amid renewed geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran, raising concerns over supply disruptions. The latest decline helped improve sentiment for sectors dependent on imported crude, although investors continued to monitor geopolitical developments closely.

Lower crude prices are generally viewed positively for India's inflation outlook, fiscal balance, and corporate profitability.

Asian Markets Trade Mixed

Asian equity markets presented a mixed picture during Tuesday's trading session.

South Korea's KOSPI gained over 3%, while Japan's Nikkei advanced nearly 1.7%, supported by technology and export-oriented stocks.

In contrast, Hong Kong's Hang Seng Index traded marginally lower, reflecting continued caution among regional investors amid global economic uncertainties.

The mixed performance across Asia contributed to the subdued opening in Indian equities.

US Markets End Lower

Wall Street closed lower in the previous trading session.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average declined by over 300 points, while the Nasdaq Composite and S&P 500 also ended in negative territory as investors assessed corporate earnings, inflation concerns, and geopolitical risks.

Weakness in US markets added to the cautious mood among global investors.

Domestic Investors Continue to Support Markets

Despite foreign investor selling, domestic institutional investors (DIIs) continued to provide stability to Indian equities.

Over the past seven trading sessions:

• DIIs purchased shares worth ₹6,021 crore
• FIIs/FPI sold equities worth ₹6,439 crore

During the past month, domestic institutions have invested more than ₹43,000 crore, helping cushion the impact of continued foreign fund outflows.

Market experts believe sustained domestic buying has remained one of the key factors supporting Indian markets despite global volatility.

Rupee Weakens Against Dollar

The Indian rupee weakened by 6 paise against the US dollar to trade at 96.42, reflecting continued demand for the greenback and cautious foreign investor sentiment.

Currency movement will remain an important factor for sectors dependent on imports and exports in the coming sessions.

Previous Session Ended in Losses

Indian markets had ended Monday's session on a weak note.

The Sensex closed 443 points lower at 77,709, while the Nifty declined 96 points to settle at 24,239, as profit booking across heavyweight sectors dragged benchmark indices lower.

With quarterly earnings season gaining momentum, investors are expected to remain focused on company results, global market trends, crude oil prices, and foreign investment flows for further market direction.

Indian equity markets staged a strong recovery on Wednesday, with benchmark indices rebounding sharply after the previous session's steep sell-off. The BSE Sensex climbed more than 500 points to trade above the 77,000-mark, while the NSE Nifty 50 gained around 150 points, crossing the 24,000 level in early trade.

The rally was led by strong buying interest in banking and consumer durable stocks, indicating renewed investor confidence after Tuesday's broad-based market decline.

Banking, Consumer Stocks Drive Gains

The positive momentum was primarily supported by heavyweight banking counters and consumer durable companies, which attracted fresh buying during the opening session. Investors returned to quality large-cap stocks after the previous day's correction, helping benchmark indices recover a significant portion of their losses.

Market participants are also keeping a close watch on upcoming corporate earnings and global macroeconomic developments that could influence investor sentiment in the coming sessions.

Mixed Trend Across Asian Markets

Asian equity markets presented a mixed picture on Wednesday.

Japan's Nikkei outperformed regional peers, rising over 2%, reflecting optimism in Japanese equities. However, South Korea's Kospi and Hong Kong's Hang Seng traded lower, highlighting cautious sentiment across parts of the region amid global economic uncertainties.

The mixed Asian cues had a limited impact on Indian markets, where domestic buying remained the dominant driver.

US Markets Ended Mixed Overnight

Wall Street closed on a mixed note in the previous trading session.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell more than 570 points, while the S&P 500 also ended in negative territory. In contrast, the technology-heavy Nasdaq Composite managed to post modest gains, supported by select technology stocks.

Global investors continue to monitor inflation trends, interest rate expectations and geopolitical developments that may influence financial markets worldwide.

Institutional Investors Continue Buying

Institutional investment activity remained supportive for Indian equities.

According to provisional market data, Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) recorded net purchases worth approximately ₹790 crore in the previous session. Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs)/Foreign Portfolio Investors (FPIs) also remained net buyers, purchasing equities worth nearly ₹1,963 crore.

The sustained inflow from institutional investors has helped cushion market volatility despite intermittent global uncertainty.

Markets Recover After Sharp Fall

Wednesday's rally comes a day after Indian markets witnessed one of their sharpest declines in recent weeks.

On Tuesday, the Sensex had plunged 1,677 points, or 2.15%, to close at 76,504, while the Nifty dropped 516 points, or 2.12%, to settle at 23,882. The sell-off was driven by broad-based profit booking across sectors.

The sharp rebound suggests investors viewed the previous session's correction as a buying opportunity, particularly in fundamentally strong sectors.

Market analysts believe volatility may persist in the near term as investors track quarterly earnings, global market movements, foreign fund flows and macroeconomic data. While Wednesday's recovery has improved short-term sentiment, participants are expected to remain selective until clearer market triggers emerge.

Indian benchmark equity indices opened on a positive note on Tuesday, with the BSE Sensex gaining over 200 points and the NSE Nifty 50 climbing around 50 points, supported by buying in information technology (IT) and banking stocks.

During early trade, the Sensex was trading near the 78,500 mark, while the Nifty was hovering around 24,500, extending the momentum from the previous trading session.

IT and Banking Stocks in Focus

Market sentiment remained positive in the opening session, with investors showing strong interest in IT and banking shares. Buying in heavyweight stocks from these sectors helped benchmark indices maintain gains despite mixed global cues.

Broader market trends were also supported by continued domestic institutional participation and selective buying across key sectors.

Asian Markets Trade Lower

Most major Asian markets were trading in the red on Tuesday.

• South Korea's Kospi declined around 5.95%.

• Japan's Nikkei slipped about 1.27%.

• Hong Kong's Hang Seng was also trading lower by nearly 0.35%.

The weak performance across Asian markets reflected cautious investor sentiment amid global economic concerns.

Wall Street Ended Higher

Despite weakness in Asian equities, U.S. markets closed with gains in the previous session.

• The Dow Jones Industrial Average advanced 156 points (0.29%).

• The Nasdaq Composite gained 288 points (1.12%).

• The S&P 500 rose 54 points (0.72%).

The positive close on Wall Street provided some support to investor sentiment in domestic markets.

Institutional Investors Continue Buying

According to the latest provisional data, Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) remained strong buyers, purchasing equities worth approximately ₹3,792 crore in the previous session.

Meanwhile, Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs/FPI) also remained net buyers, with purchases worth around ₹243 crore, indicating continued foreign participation after recent volatility.

Previous Session Ended Strong

On July 6, Indian equity markets closed firmly in positive territory.

The Sensex settled 521 points higher at 78,285, while the Nifty gained 160 points to close at 24,430, driven by broad-based buying across sectors.

Market participants will continue to monitor global cues, institutional investment trends, corporate developments and upcoming macroeconomic data for further direction during the trading week.

Indian equity benchmarks staged a sharp rebound on Tuesday, with the Sensex surging over 1,372 points to reclaim the 74,000 mark and the Nifty climbing nearly 400 points, driven by positive global cues after US President Donald Trump announced a five-day pause on planned military strikes against Iranian energy infrastructure.

The BSE Sensex closed at 74,068, up 1,372 points or 1.89 per cent from Monday’s close. The NSE Nifty settled at 22,958, gaining 445 points or 1.98 per cent. Banking and auto stocks led the buying, reflecting renewed investor confidence amid easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.

Strong Buying in Key Sectors

Banking shares witnessed robust demand as the Nifty Bank index rose sharply. Auto majors also posted solid gains, contributing significantly to the broader market rally. Market participants noted broad-based buying across most sectors, with only a few pockets of selling.

Traders attributed the bounceback to Trump’s announcement late on Monday that he had instructed a postponement of strikes on Iranian power plants and energy facilities following what he described as productive talks with Tehran. The development reduced immediate fears of supply disruptions in the global oil market.

Oil Prices Volatile Amid Pause

Crude oil prices remained in focus. Brent crude rose about 4 per cent to trade above $104 per barrel during the session, while the Indian crude oil basket hovered near elevated levels around $150 per barrel. Earlier, prices had eased sharply when Trump first signalled the delay, dropping from highs near $113, but they regained some ground on Tuesday.

Analysts said the five-day window for diplomacy offered temporary relief to energy-sensitive sectors in India, though long-term concerns over the India-Middle East conflict persist. Domestic fuel prices, however, remained unchanged despite the volatility in global benchmarks.

Rupee Gains Ground

The Indian rupee opened stronger, rising 34 paise to 93.64 against the US dollar from Monday’s close of 93.98. Currency traders pointed to a weaker dollar and improved risk appetite in emerging markets as key factors supporting the local unit.

Global Markets Turn Positive

Asian markets advanced in Tuesday’s trade. Japan’s Nikkei rose 0.77 per cent, South Korea’s Kospi gained 1.74 per cent, Hong Kong’s Hang Seng climbed 1.45 per cent, and China’s Shanghai Composite was up 0.95 per cent.

Overnight, US indices also closed higher. The Dow Jones added 631 points or 1.38 per cent, the Nasdaq Composite rose 1.38 per cent, and the S&P 500 gained 1.15 per cent, reflecting relief over the de-escalation signal from Washington.

Sharp Fall on Monday

The rally on Tuesday came after a bruising session on Monday, when the Sensex had tumbled 1,837 points or 2.46 per cent to close at 72,696, while the Nifty dropped 602 points or 2.60 per cent to 22,513. Banking, auto, metal and FMCG stocks bore the brunt of selling amid heightened worries over the US-Israel-Iran conflict and rising oil prices.

Impact on Indian Economy

The sharp recovery provided some breathing space to domestic investors, who had seen significant erosion in wealth in recent sessions. Lower volatility and a pause in escalation fears could support foreign institutional inflows in the near term. However, analysts cautioned that any breakdown in talks could quickly reverse the sentiment, given India’s heavy dependence on imported crude.

What Lies Ahead

Market watchers will closely track developments in the US-Iran dialogue over the next five days. Any concrete progress toward de-escalation could sustain the momentum in Indian equities. On the domestic front, participants await quarterly earnings from key companies and upcoming policy cues from the government and RBI.

Traders also remain wary of elevated oil prices and their potential pass-through effect on inflation and the current account. With global cues turning supportive for now, the coming sessions will test whether this rebound can hold or if Monday’s losses signal deeper concerns.