Markets End in Green

Indian equity markets rebounded strongly after two consecutive sessions of losses, supported by positive global cues and a decline in crude oil prices. The BSE Sensex gained 443.97 points to close at 76,922.64, while the NSE Nifty rose 140.10 points to settle above the 24,000 mark at 24,005.85. The total market capitalisation of BSE-listed companies increased by ₹2.39 lakh crore to ₹476.48 lakh crore. Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) sold equities worth ₹1,140.50 crore, whereas Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) purchased shares worth ₹3,159.24 crore.

Among Sensex constituents, Eternal, Hindustan Unilever, Asian Paints, Adani Ports, Maruti Suzuki, SBI and Mahindra & Mahindra led the gains, while HCLTech, Tech Mahindra, Tata Consultancy Services, Infosys and Tata Steel ended lower. KPIT Technologies plunged nearly 17% after issuing a weaker business outlook, whereas Advait Jewels made a strong stock market debut. In contrast, Waterways Leisure Tourism had a weak listing and closed significantly below its issue price.