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Sensex, Nifty gain for a second session on Friday

2026-10-18 · 1 source · Economic Times Markets

In short

Sensex and Nifty rose for a second straight session on Friday. IT stocks gained for a fourth day in a row, and auto, metal and PSU banking shares also saw buying.

This matters because it shows the market is recovering. The report says the rally may continue only if Nifty stays above 22,750 to 22,800, but it does not say what happens next.

What the reporting says

Sensex and Nifty extended gains for a second straight session on Friday, led by IT stocks and supported by buying in auto, metal and PSU banking shares. The reporting says IT stocks rose for a fourth consecutive session and that Nifty's recovery could continue if it holds above the 22,750-22,800 support zone. The immediate implication is improved market momentum, but the next move remains conditional on that support holding.

Why it matters

Sensex and Nifty extended gains for a second straight session on Friday, with IT leading and auto, metal and PSU banking stocks also buying interest. The report says IT shares rose for a fourth consecutive session and that Nifty's recovery may continue if it stays above 22,750-22,800. This suggests broader market strength, but the next direction is still tied to that technical support zone.

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