Stock Market Basics News
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Latest Stock Market Basics news, market insights, and updates from the world of stock market trading and investment education in India.
Stock Market Today (23 September 2026): Sensex Gains 299 Points, Nifty Ends Above 23,400 as Metal Stocks Rally
The Indian stock market rebounded on 23 September 2026 as easing crude oil prices, positive global cues and strong buying in metal and financial stocks lifted investor sentiment. The Sensex gained 299.17 points to close at 74,828.25, while the Nifty 50 rose 117.80 points to settle at 23,446.80. Broader markets also performed strongly, while foreign and domestic institutional investors both remained net buyers during the session.
Stock Market Today (2 September 2026): Sensex Falls 374 Points, Nifty Slips Below 24,000 as Auto Stocks Lead Sell-Off
The Indian stock market extended its decline on 2 September 2026 as rising crude oil prices, geopolitical concerns and global uncertainty weakened investor sentiment. The Sensex fell 373.93 points to close at 76,570.35, while the Nifty 50 declined 141.35 points to settle at 23,914.45. Auto stocks led the sell-off, and broader markets also ended lower.
Stock Market Today (26 August 2026): Sensex Falls 183 Points, Nifty Slips Below 24,250 as IT and Reliance Drag Market
Indian equities ended lower on 26 August 2026 after giving up their early gains. The Sensex fell 183.15 points and the Nifty declined 126.80 points to close below 24,250. Heavy selling in IT, infrastructure, telecom and Reliance Industries outweighed gains in private banks, metals and financial stocks. Falling crude oil prices and stronger banking stocks provided some support, while investors remained cautious ahead of Nvidia's earnings and amid uncertainty around US visa restrictions and the Strait of Hormuz.
Stock Market Today (24 August 2026): Sensex Falls 172 Points, Nifty Slips Below 24,250 as Financial Stocks Drag Market
Indian equities ended lower on 24 August 2026 after giving up early gains. The Sensex fell 171.72 points to close at 77,369.11, while the Nifty 50 declined 32.95 points to settle at 24,219.05. Financial stocks and PSU Banks dragged the market, while Metal and IT stocks provided some support. Investors remained cautious ahead of fresh US sanctions on Iran, elevated crude oil prices and upcoming global policy cues.
Stock Market Today (20 August 2026): Sensex Jumps 628 Points, Nifty Reclaims 24,200 as IT, Realty and Financial Stocks Lead Recovery
Indian equities rebounded sharply on 20 August 2026, with the Sensex rising 628.04 points and the Nifty gaining 153.55 points to close above 24,200. Easing global bond yields, a firmer rupee, broad-based buying and improved global sentiment helped investors return to equities. The Nifty snapped its seven-session losing streak, while IT, Realty, Media and Financial stocks led the recovery despite elevated crude oil prices and continued geopolitical uncertainty.
Stock Market Today (17 August 2026): Sensex Falls 281 Points, Nifty Slips Below 24,300 as Crude Oil and IT Stocks Drag Market
Indian equities ended lower on 17 August 2026, with the Sensex falling 281 points and the Nifty closing below 24,300. Elevated crude oil prices, continued Middle East tensions and heavy selling in IT stocks kept investors cautious, while metal and realty stocks provided some support.
Stock Market Today (13 August 2026): Sensex Rises 114 Points While Nifty Ends Below 24,400 on Expiry-Day Volatility
Indian equities witnessed another volatile expiry-day session on 13 August as easing U.S. rate concerns supported sentiment, but higher crude oil prices and Middle East tensions kept investors cautious. Strong earnings and buying in select stocks helped the Sensex close higher even as the Nifty ended in the red.
Stock Market Today (12 August 2026): Sensex Falls 188 Points, Nifty Slips Below 24,450 as IT and Tata Stocks Drag Market
Indian equities remained under pressure on 12 August as elevated crude oil prices and selling in IT and Tata Group stocks weighed on sentiment. PSU banks and metal stocks provided some support, helping the benchmark indices recover from their intraday lows.