Sensex and Nifty Plunge as Global Tensions Weigh on Indian Markets
Market Overview
The benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty experienced a significant downturn on Monday, reflecting a broader weakness in Asian markets fueled by escalating tensions in the Middle East. The fourth week of heightened regional instability contributed to a negative investor sentiment.Key Market Figures
- Sensex: Fell by 1,972.77 points, representing a 2.64% decrease, closing at 72,560.19.
- Nifty: Dropped by 636.35 points, equating to a 2.75% decline, and ended at 22,478.15.
Sector Performance
Among the 30 companies in the Sensex, InterGlobe Aviation, Titan, UltraTech Cement, Trent, Bharat Electronics, and Adani Ports were among the worst performers. Conversely, HCL Tech, Tech Mahindra, and Power Grid emerged as the top performers.External Factors
Brent crude prices rose by 1.24% to USD 113.6 per barrel. South Korea’s Kospi, Japan’s Nikkei 225 index, Shanghai’s SSE Composite index, and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index all experienced sharp declines. The US market also ended significantly lower on Friday.Investment Flows
Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) sold equities worth Rs 5,518.39 crore on Friday. Domestic Institutional Investors (DIIs) purchased stocks worth Rs 5,706.23 crore. Total foreign outflows from Indian equities this month stand at Rs 88,180 crore (approximately USD 9.6 billion).| Investor Type | Transaction Value (INR) |
|---|---|
| FIIs | 5,518.39 crore |
| DIIs | 5,706.23 crore |
| Total | 11,224.62 crore |
Previous Day's Performance
On Friday, the Sensex rose by 325.72 points, or 0.44%, closing at 74,532.96. The Nifty gained 112.35 points, or 0.49%, to end at 23,114.50. The market continues to react to ongoing geopolitical uncertainty, with investors closely monitoring developments in the Middle East and assessing the potential impact on global oil prices and economic growth. Analysts anticipate further volatility in the short term.Disclaimer: Due care and diligence have been taken in compiling and presenting news and market-related content. However, errors or omissions may arise despite such efforts.
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