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Sensex ended 142 points lower at 75,867 on 27 May 2026, while the Nifty 50 closed near 23,900 as weakness in heavyweight banking stocks kept benchmarks under pressure. GIFT Nifty near 23,740 pointed to a mildly positive start for Friday’s trade.

India plans a ₹10,000 crore LIC stake sale next month as part of divestment efforts amid strong earnings and market focus.

A fragile ceasefire between the US and Iran weighed on investors’ sentiments, with both benchmark indices ending in the red at the end of Wednesday’s trade.

Retail investors invested an estimated ₹17,539 crore into eight major bluechip stocks during the January-March 2026 quarter despite sharp market corrections. The list includes top names like HDFC Bank, ITC, and Wipro.

Benchmark indices seemed to be a little under pressure in mid-session due to the fragile geopolitical situation in the Middle East following the US strike in southern Iran on Tuesday.

The Indian stock market indices went into the positive territory after opening lower on Wednesday morning. However, uncertainty about the Middle East war remains, and markets are experiencing extreme volatility.

Sensex ended 479 points lower at 76,009 on 26 May, while the Nifty 50 slipped below the 23,950 mark as profit booking and geopolitical worries weighed on sentiment. GIFT Nifty near 23,916 hinted at a weak start for Wednesday’s session.

A US strike in southern Iran dashed hopes for a peace deal and dragged benchmark indices in Tuesday’s trade.

JSW Energy has collected ₹4,000 crore via a QIP by selling more than 7.61 crore shares to institutional investors. The fundraising is expected to support the company’s expansion plans across renewable and conventional energy businesses.

Rising OIS rates are opening new opportunities in India’s debt market. Fund managers are using floating-rate bonds and swap trades more often. The aim is to lock in higher yields. This comes as rate hike expectations build in the market.

Indian equity benchmarks recovered from early losses in mid-session trade as gains in IT, metal and media stocks offset weakness in healthcare and realty shares despite fresh US strikes in Iran.

Indian investors are increasingly exploring global space ETFs ahead of the expected SpaceX IPO. This is because India lacks listed pure-play space companies and interest in overseas thematic investing continues to rise.

The RBI is unlikely to raise interest rates soon despite rising inflation risks from higher fuel prices and monsoon uncertainty, rating agency Icra said. A rate hike is possible only in December if price pressures persist, with the MPC expected to stay on hold through the next two policy reviews. Read ahead to know more.

Anand Rathi Wealth announced a 1:1 bonus share issue, with 3 June 2026 fixed as the record date for eligibility.

SBI-led banks have invited bids for Essar promoters’ guarantees linked to ₹13,751 crore residual dues after the Essar Steel resolution. Read more about the recovery process and next steps.

Indian stock markets will remain closed on 28 May 2026 for Bakri Id, resulting in a shortened four-day trading week.

SEBI has proposed a dynamic options strike price framework to ensure continuous trading access during volatile sessions and improve liquidity.

Sensex surged 1,073 points to close at 76,488, while the Nifty 50 reclaimed the 24,000 mark on 25 May 2026 as easing concerns around the Strait of Hormuz lifted sentiment. GIFT Nifty near 24,119 pointed to a steady start for Tuesday’s trade.

Positive development on the global front, coupled with a strong rupee, boosted investors’ sentiments on Monday’s trade, with both benchmark indices ending in the green.

Market sentiments improved in the mid-session with the US-Iran talks heading in a positive direction, with both benchmarks witnessing a strong rally.

The Indian stock market opened on a positive note Monday after the weekend pause. Most indices stayed in the green right from the opening bell. Global sentiment remained upbeat as reports suggested the United States-Iran peace deal was nearing its final stage.

Sensex closed 232 points higher at 75,415 on 22 May, while the Nifty 50 finished above the 23,700 mark as gains in banking shares lifted the benchmarks. GIFT Nifty at 23,720 pointed to a steady start for Monday’s trade.

The rupee’s appreciation against the US dollar lifted investors’ sentiments in D-Street with the Sensex and the Nifty 50 ending in the positive territory.

The Indian stock market indices witnessed a volatile opening on Friday morning. While Sensex and Nifty 50 edged higher after pre-open, a few sectoral indices were trading lower.

Sensex and Nifty closed marginally lower amid profit booking. Stocks in focus on 22 May include ITC, LIC, Tata Steel, Nykaa, GAIL, Max Healthcare, Aurobindo Pharma and LG Electronics India after earnings updates.

Sensex fell 135 pts to close at 75,183, while the Nifty 50 ended at 23,654 on 21 May 2026 amid profit booking in heavyweight stocks and continued uncertainty around the US-Iran talks. GIFT Nifty at 23,539 signalled a muted start for Friday’s trade.

Thursday’s trade closed on a slightly weaker note for the Sensex and Nifty 50, with both benchmark indices losing ground. Traders stayed cautious on the volatile Middle East situation.

Samvardhana Motherson International posted a 40% YoY rise in Q4 PAT to ₹1,561 crore, while revenue climbed 17%. The board proposed a ₹0.25 per share dividend.