Stock markets rebound in early trade; Sensex jumps over 500 points
Indian stock markets, including Sensex and Nifty, rebounded in early trade, driven by a recovery in global markets, easing US Treasury yields, and fresh foreign fund inflows. While optimism is present, experts caution about persistent geopolitical uncertainty in the Middle East.
Why it matters
This rebound indicates a potential shift in investor sentiment and global economic conditions, impacting investment strategies and overall market stability.
Benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty rebounded in early trade on Thursday (August 20, 2026), tracking a recovery in world markets as easing US Treasury yields improved global risk sentiment.
Fresh foreign fund inflows also added to the markets' optimism during the initial trading.
The 30-share BSE Sensex jumped 504.32 points to 77,416.16 in early trade after four days of decline.
The 50-share NSE Nifty also bounced back after seven days of losses. It climbed 118.85 points to 24,198.55.
"Indian equity markets are expected to trade with a firmer undertone, supported by an overnight rebound on Wall Street and gains across Asian markets after easing US Treasury yields improved global risk sentiment.
"While the recovery in overseas equities offers a constructive backdrop, persistent geopolitical uncertainty in the Middle East is likely to keep investors cautious," Ponmudi R, CEO of Enrich Money, an online trading and wealth-tech firm, said.
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