Domestic markets continued to ride on an optimistic wave starting the week on a firm note. The BSE Sensex ended at 49,502.41, up 295.94 or 0.60%. The Nifty closed at 14,942.35, up 119.20 points or 0.80% Among sectors, healthcare, metals, capital goods, power, auto, and oil & gas were top gainers while IT was a loser.