In a display of resilience, indian equity markets held steady on wednesday as the benchmark indices closed with modest gains despite bouts of intraday volatility. The
BSE Sensex climbed over
200 points, while the
Nifty 50 managed to sustain levels comfortably
above the crucial 25,500 mark, underscoring bullish sentiment across sectors.Among the key highlights of the session was
HDB Financial Services, which
surged 4%, riding high on investor enthusiasm following buzz around its potential market debut. Though the stock is yet to officially list, market participants remained optimistic about its valuation prospects and strategic fit within the hdfc ecosystem.Broader markets also mirrored the upbeat tone with mid- and small-cap indices ending in the green, even as global cues remained mixed. While there was some cooling off during the afternoon session—likely due to profit booking and subdued global trends—the underlying tone remained positive.
Sectors in focus:- Banking and financial stocks led the charge, with private lenders posting healthy gains.
- IT and FMCG shares saw mild consolidation after recent rallies.
- Energy and auto stocks traded mixed.
Despite concerns around global interest rates and oil prices,
domestic cues remain supportive, buoyed by steady economic data and investor confidence in India’s growth narrative.Market experts believe the current momentum could continue in the near term, especially if institutional buying sustains and quarterly earnings deliver as expected.
In summary:- Sensex closes 200+ points higher
- Nifty steady above 25,500
- HDB Financial gains 4% amid IPO excitement
- Broader sentiment stays bullish despite intraday profit-taking
The bulls are still very much in control — at least for now.