Sensex crosses 80,000 Nifty hits record high driven by strong IT earnings and auto stock gains. HCLTech, Tata Motors lead the rally. Read full market update here.
Sensex Crosses 80,000 Nifty Hits Record High : Key Market Highlights
In a landmark move, the BSE Sensex jumped 521 points, ending at 80,116.49, while the Nifty 50 advanced by 162 points to close at a lifetime high of 24,328.95. The major indices were lifted by heavyweight stocks in IT and auto segments.
IT Sector Leads as Sensex Crosses 80,000 Nifty Hits Record High
The bullish momentum was primarily driven by impressive Q4 earnings from IT giants, with HCLTech leading the charge, posting a solid 7% gain. The Nifty IT index climbed 3.5%, signaling renewed investor confidence in the tech sector.
Meanwhile, the automobile sector saw notable gains. Tata Motors jumped 4%, and Tech Mahindra added 5% to its stock value, further fueling the rally.
Market Cap Soars Alongside Nifty’s Record High
Thanks to today’s bullish session, investors saw a wealth boost of ₹3 lakh crore, bringing the total market capitalization of BSE-listed companies to nearly ₹430 lakh crore.
According to LiveMint’s report, investor wealth grew by ₹3 lakh crore in today’s session.
Global Cues Help as Sensex Crosses 80,000 Mark
Investor sentiment was also buoyed by easing US-China trade tensions, following comments from President Donald Trump about potentially reducing tariffs on Chinese imports—giving global markets a much-needed lift.
Conclusion: Sensex and Nifty Set New Benchmarks
The Indian equity markets are currently riding a wave of positive earnings and global optimism. With the Sensex breaking the 80K milestone, all eyes are now on whether this upward momentum will continue in the days ahead.
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Gold prices reversed course after a record-setting rally, as Reuters reported a drop to $3,306.50 amid easing US-China tensions.
According to MarketPulse by OANDA, analysts see further downside if trade optimism continues to build.
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