On Thursday, the BSE Sensex touched 82,440 at the start of trade, while the NSE Nifty 50 opened around 25,552, slightly higher than Wednesday’s close of 25,482. Early trading was supported by GIFT Nifty futures, which signaled firm demand, and by gains in Asian markets following strong performances from US tech stocks.
Among the early movers, Bajaj Auto, HCL Technologies, Tata Steel, Shriram Finance, and TCS saw buying interest, helping lift the market. At the same time, heavyweight counters such as Reliance Industries, State Bank of India (SBI), and Adani Ports faced mild selling pressure, which kept the overall gains in check.
Sector-wise, metals, autos, and IT led the upside, while financials and energy stocks lagged. Traders noted that volatility remained, especially among large-cap stocks, as participants weighed domestic economic cues against global developments.
Analysts said the market remained range-bound, with selective buying supporting the rally but broader participation cautious. They emphasized that the direction in the coming sessions will depend on global trends, domestic macroeconomic data, and sector-specific movements.
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