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Stock Market Today: Equity Indices Close Higher Tracking Positive Asian Cues; Sensex Soars 540 Points

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Stock Market Today: Indian equity benchmark indices closed higher today, mirroring gains in Asian markets after Japan finalized a trade agreement with the United States. The BSE Sensex surged 540 points, or 0.66%, to settle at 82,727, while the NSE Nifty 50 rose 159 points, or 0.60%, to close at 25,220.

Broader Markets End in Green

The broader markets also ended positively:

  • BSE Mid-Cap index gained 0.20%
  • BSE Small-Cap index edged up 0.05%

Sensex Gainers and Losers

Out of the 30 Sensex constituents, 23 stocks closed in the green.
Top gainers included:

  • Tata Motors: +2.5%
  • Bharti Airtel: +2.0%
  • Bajaj Finance: +1.7%

Top laggards included:

  • Hindustan Unilever: -1.20%
  • Bharat Electronics: -0.70%
  • UltraTech Cement: -0.70%

Market Breadth

The overall market breadth at BSE was marginally negative:

  • Declining shares: 2,025
  • Advancing shares: 2,005
  • Unchanged: 168

At the National Stock Exchange (NSE):

  • 71 companies hit their 52-week highs
  • 25 companies hit their 52-week lows

Disclaimer:
The information provided in this blog is for educational and informational purposes only. It does not constitute investment advice, a recommendation, or an offer to buy or sell any financial instruments. Stock market investments are subject to market risks. Past performance is not indicative of future results. Readers are advised to consult a qualified financial advisor before making any investment decisions. The author and publisher are not liable for any losses or damages arising from the use of this information.

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