Stock markets extend winning run to 3rd day; Sensex, Nifty climb nearly 1%

Indian stock markets surged, with Sensex and Nifty closing higher for the third consecutive day, driven by factors like falling crude oil prices and a robust IT sector performance. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff Key Points Sensex and Nifty indices closed nearly

Sensex and Nifty Surge on Metal and Auto Rally

Indian stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced a significant rally driven by metal and auto sectors, coupled with positive global market cues, marking a second consecutive day of gains. Illustration: Uttam Ghosh Key Points Sensex and Nifty closed nearly

Markets Crash Nearly 2%: BSE Sensex tumbled 1,342 pts; NSE Sinks Below 24K

Indian stock markets witnessed a sharp decline as the Sensex and Nifty tumbled due to surging crude oil prices, continuous foreign fund outflows, and selling pressure in key banking stocks, reflecting investor concerns over global economic stability. Photograph: Francis Mascarenhas/Reuters

Stock Market Today March 6, 2026: Sensex, Nifty tank over 1%

Escalating West Asia tensions and rising crude oil prices triggered a significant fall in the Sensex and Nifty, impacting Indian stock market sentiment. Photograph: Shailesh Andrade/Reuters Key Points Sensex and Nifty fell sharply due to escalating West Asia tensions and

How the stock markets will fare next week

In the near term, with tariff-related concerns easing and the domestic earnings season drawing to a close on a mixed trend, market focus will hinge largely on global cues, including the US labour data and shifting expectations surrounding the US