Stock Market Close: Broad-based buying helps Sensex rebound 879 pts; Nifty at 22,536; IT pack shines
Indian stock markets rebounded on Friday, with the Sensex rising 879 points and the Nifty50 gaining 1.3 percent. The rally was driven by broad-based buying and strong performance in the IT sector.
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Market fluctuations in India reflect broader economic trends and investor sentiment regarding the regional and global economy.
Stock Market Highlights on Friday, Oct 9, 2026: The benchmark indices rebounded from two-day declining streak amid broad-based buying and as IT shares advanced and oil prices declined. The Sensex rose 879.09 points or 1.23 per cent to 72,472.33 and the Nifty50 was up 288.65 points or 1.3 per cent at 22,520.45.
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