Stock markets rebound in early trade; Sensex jumps 553 points
Indian stock markets rebounded following positive global cues and softer-than-expected U.S. inflation data. The market recovery was supported by hopes that the Federal Reserve may adopt a less aggressive monetary policy.
Why it matters
Market volatility driven by U.S. economic data underscores the interconnectedness of global financial systems and investor sentiment.
Market benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded in early trade on Wednesday (July 15, 2026) after a sharp decline in the previous session led by bank stocks and a softer-than-expected U.S. inflation data reinforcing expectations that the Federal Reserve may adopt a less aggressive monetary policy stance in the coming months.
The 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 553 points to 77,603.57 in early trade. The 50-share NSE Nifty went up by 148.15 points to 24,198.40.
From the Sensex pack, Bajaj Finance, Axis Bank, Eternal, InterGlobe Aviation, UltraTech Cement and State Bank of India were the major winners.
Infosys, Tata Consultancy Services, Power Grid and Tech Mahindra were among the laggards.
In Asian markets, South Korea's Kospi jumped 7.66%. Japan's Nikkei 225 index and Hong Kong's Hang Seng index traded higher, while Shanghai's SSE Composite index quoted lower.
U.S. markets ended higher on Tuesday (July 14, 2026).
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