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Market Update: Sensex, Nifty Rebound with 1.6% Weekly Gain

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Indian stock markets enjoyed a strong comeback this week, with both Sensex and Nifty closing with approximately 1.6% weekly gains. The surge was driven by easing geopolitical tensions following the U.S. decision to pause military action over the Iran–Israel conflict, along with domestic support from financials and auto stocks.

Markets Surge as Geopolitical Tensions Ease

  • The S&P BSE Sensex surged 1,046 points (≈1.29%) to close at 82,408, while the Nifty 50 rose 319 points (≈1.29%) to 25,112 on Friday.
  • Over the week, the Sensex registered a weekly gain of 1.59%, and the Nifty added 1.59% .
  • Indian markets rebounded 1.3% on Friday, benefiting from global relief after the U.S. refrained from deeper involvement in the Iran–Israel standoff.

Sectoral Drivers: Financials, Auto, and More

  • Strong buying in banking and auto stocks spearheaded the rally, pushing indices back to multi-day highs
  • The RBI’s easing of infrastructure financing norms also bolstered financials, with power financiers seeing notable gains

The India VIX (fear index) dropped approximately 4%, signaling reduced market unease.

Markets may stay buoyant, supported by dip-buying, domestic liquidity, and easing international tensions.

Key monitors this week include global oil prices, the U.S. Fed commentary, and ongoing Middle East dynamics.

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