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Market ends higher: 3 factors that helped Sensex, Nifty snap two-day losing streak
Bharti Airtel, HDFC Bank and Sun Pharma were the biggest contributors to the Nifty's gains. The Nifty Bank index climbed 510 points to 57,252, while the Midcap index outperformed, rising 844 points to 62,167.
Analysts back buy-on-dips strategy as Nifty targets 24,450–24,800
Indian stock market analysts are optimistic, anticipating the Nifty to continue its upward trend. They suggest buying on dips around the 24,000-24,150 mark, with potential upside targets reaching 24,800. Several stocks, including Container Corporation of India, IndusInd Bank, Biocon, HDFC Asset Management Company, Shriram Finance, and Piramal Pharma, are highlighted as strong buy recommendations with specific price targets and stop-losses.
Sensex gains 579 points, Nifty ends above 24,150: 5 reasons why stock market rose today
Indian indices rose, Sensex up 579 pts, Nifty above 24,150, led by IT stocks, oil companies. Bank of Baroda fell on NMC Health settlement.
Sensex rises over 150 points, Nifty above 23,900 as investors weigh Iran tensions, weak monsoon concerns
Indian stock markets opened the second half of 2026 with modest gains after recent declines. Investors are closely watching escalating US-Iran tensions, which are impacting oil prices, and a concerningly weak monsoon season. Analysts suggest adjusting portfolios towards fixed income and monsoon-proof sectors like healthcare and defense to mitigate potential fallout from the dry spell.
Stock Market LIVE: Sensex up 300 pts, Nifty above 23,850; IT, pharma & healthcare stocks lead
Sensex Today | Stock Market LIVE Updates Wednesday: In the broader markets, the Nifty MidCap and the Nifty SmallCap were trading 0.04 per cent and 0.12 per cent lower, respectively
Stock Market News Today Live Updates: Nifty Slips Below 24,050 Amid F&O Expiry, Sensex Falls Over 150 Points; Vedanta Slides 5% After Block Deals
Nifty IT and Nifty Metal fell 1.22% each, leading losses among sectoral indices. Nifty Pharma rose 0.90%, while Nifty Media gained 0.52% and Nifty India Defence advanced 0.33%.
Stocks in news: IFCI, Tata Motors, General Insurance Corp, Corona Remedies, HFCL
Markets extended their winning streak for the fourth consecutive session, driven by favorable global cues and sustained sector-wide buying. The Nifty reclaimed the 24,000 mark, approaching the 100-day EMA near 24,150. Stocks like IFCI, Tata Motors, and HFCL are in focus due to significant news developments, including IPO filings, turnaround projections, and major order wins.
Why Bajaj Finserv AMC is bullish on banks, NBFCs and the Indian market
Nimesh Chandan, Chief Investment Officer at Bajaj Finserv AMC, said the recent correction has created opportunities in select gold financing companies. However, the fund house remains relatively cautious on jewellery stocks and is more constructive on gold financiers from a long-term perspective.
Small-caps, PSUs and pharma remain Gautam Shah's top market themes for 2026
Gautam Shah, Founder of Goldilocks Global Research, sees the Nifty remaining range-bound between 23,150 and 24,000, while forecasting the small-cap index could rise to 20,000. Shah also believes Indian IT stocks are nearing a bottom and that PSU stocks could deliver 25-30% returns over the next 12-18 months.
Sensex falls 70 points, Nifty below 23,900 as US-Iran tensions simmer
Indian stock markets opened lower on Wednesday. Sensex and Nifty saw minor declines. Investors are watching US strikes on Iran and their effect on peace deal hopes. Broader markets are performing better. India VIX, a volatility measure, dropped. Top Sensex losers included HDFC Bank and Infosys. Sun Pharma shares led gains. Midcap and smallcap indices saw small gains.
Top Gainers & Losers on May 18: Gland Pharma, Coforge, PB Fintech, BSE, Voltas, Bharti Airtel among top gainers
Indian stocks marginally gained on May 18, driven by strong tech buying and pharma support, with Nifty 50 up 0.03% at 23,649 and BSE Sensex at 75,263. However, the broader market faced pressure as Nifty Midcap 100 and Nifty Smallcap 100 fell.
Market at Close | Bharti Airtel, Cipla lead rally as Sensex jumps 790 points, Nifty tops 23,650
The Sensex rose 790 points to close at 75,399, while the Nifty gained 277 points to settle at 23,690. The Nifty Bank index advanced 673 points to 54,129, and the Midcap index climbed 675 points to 60,840.