Sensex and Nifty close flat amid geopolitical uncertainties, fluctuating oil prices
Indian stock markets closed flat on Thursday as gains in IT shares were balanced by profit-taking in blue-chip companies. Investors remain cautious due to geopolitical uncertainties and fluctuating global oil prices.
Why it matters
Market performance is a key indicator of investor sentiment and economic health in India, influenced by both domestic and international factors.
Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty closed almost unchanged on Thursday (July 16, 2026), as profit-taking in blue-chip stocks such as HDFC Bank and Reliance Industries offset gains in IT shares amid geopolitical tensions.
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