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Equity investors became richer by over Rs 10.43 lakh crore in the past five days, as markets continued their winning momentum helped by foreign fund inflows and stable global trends. The market capitalisation of BSE-listed firms have surged Rs 10,43,216.79 crore to Rs 2,62,37,776.13 crore in the last five trading sessions (March 29-April 6). This week, equity markets were closed on Tuesday (April 4) for "Mahavir Jayanti". Markets are closed on Friday on account of "Good Friday". Last week, stock markets were closed on Thursday for "Ram Navami". The 30-share BSE Sensex has jumped 2,219.25 points or 3.85 per cent in the past five trading sessions. According to market analysts the benchmark indices have rallied aided by improved overseas fund inflows and positive global cues. "The Indian equity market saw gains for the second week in a row after a protracted period of underperformance, thanks to stable global cues, FII buying amid valuation comfort, and signs of a worldwide peak in

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In the broader market, the BSE midcap gauge jumped 2.42% and smallcap index climbed 1.49%

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On Wednesday, Sensex reclaimed the 60,000-level after a gap of over four months

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Investors have become poorer by over Rs 8 lakh crore in five days of market fall, with equity indices weighed by widespread selling amid bearish global cues. Falling for the fifth straight session, the Sensex finished 703.59 points or 1.23 per cent lower at 56,463.15 on Tuesday. In the past five trading sessions, the Sensex has tumbled 2,984.03 points or 5.01 per cent. Tracking the weakness in equities, the market capitalisation of BSE-listed firms tumbled by Rs 8,08,067.6 crore in five days to stand at Rs 2,66,02,728.45 crore. Unabated foreign fund outflows, inflationary concerns and geopolitical worries have made investors nervous. Commenting on Tuesday's market trend, Rahul Sharma, Research Head, Equity 99 said, "We witnessed mayhem in markets in last 30 minutes. Benchmark indices corrected almost 1.5 per cent today due to weak global clues. Things seems to be worsening between Russia and Ukraine in the current war." Siddhartha Khemka, Head - Retail Research, Motilal Oswal ...

Updated On: 19 Apr 2022 | 8:39 PM IST

Investors' wealth tumbled over Rs 2.58 lakh crore on Monday as equity markets suffered a heavy sell-off, with the Sensex plunging 2 per cent

Updated On: 18 Apr 2022 | 5:48 PM IST

As per the BSE data, as many as 179 stocks touched their 52-week highs

Updated On: 04 Apr 2022 | 5:49 PM IST

In morning trade, a total of 25 Sensex constituents were in the green

Updated On: 04 Apr 2022 | 11:20 AM IST

Investors' wealth tumbled over 5.91 lakh crore in morning trade on Monday tracking heavy decline in equities amid intensifying conflict between Russia and Ukraine. Continuing its decline for the fourth day on Monday, the BSE gauge plummeted 1,735.98 points or 3.19 per cent to 52,597.83, tracking weak global equities and elevated crude oil prices. In tandem with the heavy plunge in equities, the market capitalisation of BSE-listed companies plunged by Rs 5,91,094.71 crore to Rs 2,40,88,326.67 crore in morning deals. Maruti Suzuki India, Indusind Bank, State Bank of India and Axis Bank emerged as the biggest drag from the 30-share BSE Sensex pack, tanking up to 6.72 per cent. "The extraordinary uncertainty triggered by the war has pushed commodity markets into turmoil. Crude at USD 128 is a big shock. This can impact global growth and aggravate inflationary pressures. Market is slipping into bearish territory," according to V K Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist at Geojit ...

Updated On: 07 Mar 2022 | 11:25 AM IST

Investors' wealth on Monday gained over Rs 3.33 trillion as markets witnessed heavy buying a day ahead of the Union Budget, with the 30-share BSE benchmark rallying about 814 points.

Updated On: 31 Jan 2022 | 7:22 PM IST

Investors' wealth on Tuesday tumbled by more than Rs 3.78 lakh crore as equities faced heavy selling pressure following weak global trends.

Updated On: 18 Jan 2022 | 8:44 PM IST

On Tuesday, NTPC was the lead gainer in the 30-stock Sensex pack

Updated On: 04 Jan 2022 | 6:03 PM IST

Bajaj FinServ emerged as the biggest gainer among the 30-share frontline companies pack, followed by Bajaj Finance, ICICI Bank, Tata Steel and IndusInd Bank

Updated On: 03 Jan 2022 | 7:15 PM IST

Shares of Welspun India rose from Rs 68 at the start of the year to Rs 142 at Wednesday's close

Updated On: 15 Dec 2021 | 9:15 PM IST

Investors have gained Rs 3,35,770.71 crore in two days of market rally, with the Sensex scaling its fresh lifetime peak on Wednesday. Rising for the second day, the 30-share BSE benchmark jumped 476.11 points or 0.82 per cent to close at its new all-time high of 58,723.20. During the day, it gained 529.97 points to 58,777.06, its intra-day record. In the previous trade, the benchmark had ended 69.33 points or 0.12 per cent higher at 58,247.09. The market capitalisation of BSE-listed companies zoomed Rs 3,35,770.71 crore in two day to a record high of Rs 2,59,68,082.18 crore. In big bang reforms, the Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved a relief package for the telecom sector that includes a four-year moratorium on payment of statutory dues by telecom companies as well as allowing 100 per cent foreign investment through the automatic route. The Cabinet also approved a Rs 26,058 crore production linked incentive (PLI) scheme for auto, auto-components and drone industry to enhance Ind

Updated On: 15 Sep 2021 | 7:23 PM IST

Investors' wealth has risen by Rs 4,09,200.15 crore in two days of market rally, taking the market capitalisation of BSE-listed companies to a fresh high of Rs 235.11 lakh crore on Friday. In the equity market, the BSE benchmark Sensex gained 138.59 points or 0.26 per cent to close at 52,975.80. In the previous session, the benchmark had ended 638.70 points or 1.22 per cent higher. The market capitalisation of BSE-listed companies jumped Rs 4,09,200.15 crore in two days to reach its lifetime high of Rs 2,35,11,063.15 crore at close of trade on Friday. "Domestic indices continued to advance ahead tracking rising global risk appetite and higher domestic inflows from local investors. Earnings season continued to pump in optimism in India & global markets while the Fed is set to deliberate their easy-money policy in the meeting ahead," said Vinod Nair, Head of Research at Geojit Financial Services. ICICI Bank was the biggest gainer with a jump of 3.18 per cent followed by ITC, SBI, ..

Updated On: 23 Jul 2021 | 8:43 PM IST

Investors' wealth jumped Rs 2,93,054.25 crore on Thursday as markets returned to winning ways after falling for three straight sessions. The 30-share BSE benchmark Sensex zoomed 638.70 points or 1.22 per cent to close at 52,837.21. During the day, it gained 668.75 points to 52,867.26. Tracking the bullish trend, the market capitalisation of BSE-listed companies jumped Rs 2,93,054.25 crore to reach Rs 2,33,94,917.25 crore. "Buying returned in the Indian markets supported by the decent Q1 FY22 earning results and positive global sentiments," said Mohit Nigam, Head, PMS - Hem Securities. Tech Mahindra was the biggest gainer in the 30-share pack, with a gain of 5.65 per cent, followed by Bajaj Finance, Bharti Airtel, Bajaj Finserv, Tata Steel and L&T. HUL was the biggest laggard, falling 2.27 per cent, followed by Asian Paints, Bajaj Auto and Mahindra & Mahindra. In the broader market, the BSE midcap and smallcap indices rose by up to 1.52 per cent. BSE metal, telecom, capital ...

Updated On: 22 Jul 2021 | 8:11 PM IST

The market capitalisation of BSE-listed companies hit a fresh record

Updated On: 05 Jul 2021 | 8:42 PM IST

Investors' wealth zoomed by Rs 5,78,634.72 crore in two days of intense market rally, with participants adding Rs 2,74,908.83 crore to their fortune on Tuesday. Over the past two sessions, the BSE gauge Sensex has gained about 1,461 points or 2.99 per cent. The benchmark rallied 612.60 points or 1.24 per cent to settle above the 50,000-mark on Tuesday. Following the two-day massive rallies, the market capitalisation of BSE-listed companies jumped by Rs 5,78,634.72 crore to a record Rs 2,16,39,367.91 crore on Tuesday. "The rise can be attributed to a decline in India's COVID cases and stability in the global markets," said Ajit Mishra, VP - Research, Religare Broking Ltd. Last time on April 1, the BSE benchmark had closed above 50,000-level. On Tuesday, M&M was the top gainer in the 30-share pack, rallying nearly 6 per cent, followed by Bajaj Auto, Titan, Bajaj Finance and HDFC Bank. Bharti Airtel, ITC, Dr Reddy's, SBI and Hindustan Unilever Limited were the laggards. In the ...

Updated On: 18 May 2021 | 7:31 PM IST