Why did stock market crash in the final hours of trade today? Sensex, Nifty50 plunge - check top reasons
Indian stock markets experienced a sharp decline on May 29, 2026, with the Sensex dropping over 1,000 points due to economic concerns and MSCI index rebalancing. The volatility was exacerbated by passive institutional fund adjustments during the final hours of trading.
Why it matters
The event illustrates how technical market mechanisms like index rebalancing can amplify broader economic anxieties, leading to significant shifts in investor wealth.
Why did stock market crash in the final hours of trade today? Sensex, Nifty50 plunge - check top reasons - The Times of India
The report relies on market data and stated reasons for the selloff without editorializing.
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