Stock Markets End Higher As Sensex Rises Over 680 Points, Nifty Tests 22,800

06 Oct 2026, 10:04 by Sagarika Chakraborty · abp Live

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, traded 0.16 per cent higher at USD 100.5 per barrel.

Written By : Sagarika Chakraborty | Updated at : 06 Oct 2026 04:30 PM (IST)

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) offloaded equities worth Rs 4,699.14 crore on Monday, according to exchange data.
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Indian benchmark indices Sensex, Nifty closed sharply higher Tuesday.
Positive global cues drove gains; elevated US yields limited.
Broader markets also gained; FIIs sold equities Monday.

The Indian benchmark indices rose sharply on Tuesday as the Sensex rose more than 685 points to end at 73,067 and the Nifty closed 220 points higher to end trade at 22,776 at 3:30 PM.

In the 30-share BSE Sensex, among the top gainers were stocks such as Trent, Kotak Bank, Hindustan Unilever, Reliance and IndiGo. Meanwhile, among the laggards were stocks like the State Bank of India, TCS, Mahindra and Mahindra, Infosys and Ultra Cement.

In the broader markets, the Nifty Smallcap 100 gained 1.56 per cent as volatility declined. Sectorally, the Nifty Chemicals index rose 1.98 per cent and the Nifty IT index declined 0.59 per cent.

Indian equities are likely to open on a positive note on Tuesday, supported by gains in global markets and mildly higher Asian equities. However, elevated US Treasury yields and continued foreign selling could limit the upside.

WTI crude is currently trading around the USD 89–90 per barrel range after oil prices declined amid signs of improving crude shipments from the Middle East, Ponmudi R, CEO of Enrich Money, an online trading and wealth-tech firm, said.

“Asian markets are trading marginally higher in early trade providing a mildly supportive global cue for Indian equities,” he added.

Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, traded 0.16 per cent higher at USD 100.5 per barrel.

Asian Markets Trade Higher

Asian equities were largely positive in early trade, with Japan's Nikkei 225 index and Hang Seng index quoting in positive territory.

US markets also ended higher on Monday, providing a supportive overnight cue for Indian equities.

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US Bond Yields May Limit Gains

Hariselvan Radhakrishnan, Founder & CEO of HST Wealth, a Research Analyst firm, said positive overnight cues from global equities should support the opening.

“Positive overnight cues from global equities should support the opening, although the rise in the US 10-year Treasury yield to 5.31 per cent could limit follow-through by keeping foreign flows and emerging-market valuations under pressure,” he said.

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) offloaded equities worth Rs 4,699.14 crore on Monday, according to exchange data.

Sensex, Nifty Rally In Previous Session

Indian benchmark indices ended higher on Monday.

The Sensex jumped 472.77 points, or 0.66 per cent, to settle at 72,382.47, while the Nifty climbed 133.80 points, or 0.60 per cent, to end at 22,555.75.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How did the Indian benchmark indices perform on Tuesday?

On Tuesday, the Sensex rose over 685 points to end at 73,067, while the Nifty closed 220 points higher at 22,776.

What factors influenced the Indian equities' opening on Tuesday?

Indian equities were expected to open positively due to global market gains and higher Asian equities. However, elevated US Treasury yields and continued foreign selling could limit the upside.

What was the performance of specific Nifty indices on Tuesday?

On Tuesday, the Nifty Smallcap 100 gained 1.56% and the Nifty Chemicals index rose 1.98%. The Nifty IT index, however, declined by 0.59%.

What was the trend in Foreign Institutional Investor (FII) activity?

Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) offloaded equities worth Rs 4,699.14 crore on Monday. This continued selling, along with elevated US Treasury yields, could limit market gains.

About the author Sagarika Chakraborty

Sagarika Chakraborty is a Senior Copy Editor at ABP Live English, where she handles business coverage and key developments in general news, while also actively chasing breaking stories. With a foundation in advertising, she transitioned into journalism to craft in-depth stories and explainers on the economy, real estate, and personal finance. She also engages in interviews and podcasts, bringing out expert insights.

For any tips and queries, you can reach out to her at sagarikac@abpnetwork.com.

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Published at : 06 Oct 2026 03:34 PM (IST)
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