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Sensex rises over 400 points as Nifty tops 22,650

2026-10-06 · 2 sources · Economic Times Markets

In short

Indian shares rose for a second day, with Sensex up more than 400 points and Nifty above 22,650. Trent jumped nearly 9% after a strong business update, and banks and NTPC also gained.

The market is stronger for now, but investors are still worried about foreign selling, high bond yields, crude prices and possible RBI rate hikes.

What the reporting says

Indian equities extended their recovery for a second session, with Sensex rising over 400 points and Nifty moving above 22,650, according to publisher summaries. The move was linked to improved investor sentiment, a strong business update from Trent, and gains in banks and NTPC. Analysts still flagged FII selling, elevated bond yields, crude uncertainty and possible RBI rate hikes as limits on further upside.

Why it matters

Indian equities rallied for a second straight session, with Sensex and Nifty adding to gains as Trent surged nearly 9% and banks and NTPC advanced. The published summaries link the move to better sentiment and a business update, but they also warn that FII selling, higher bond yields, crude price uncertainty and a possible RBI rate hike could cap the advance. The main unknown is whether the rebound can hold.

Touches: Trent, NTPC, Markets, Companies, Global, Banking

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