Mint Evening Market Wrap

139: 08.10.2020 | Sensex hit 40000-mark for first time since February

Episode Summary

Indian equity benchmark indices rose for the 6th consecutive day ending at their highest in nearly 8 months on Thursday. The Sensex hit 40000-mark for first time since February. The 30-share index Sensex ended at 40,182.67, gaining 303.72 points or 0.76%. The Nifty closed at 11,834.60, gaining 95.75 points or 0.82%. A good start to Q2 result led by the IT & BFSI sector, along with positive announcements like buyback has lifted  market sentiments At the same time, expectation of a stimulus in India ahead of festive season have also contributed to the widespread optimism. 

Episode Notes

Indian equity benchmark indices rose for the 6th consecutive day ending at their highest in nearly 8 months on Thursday. The Sensex hit 40000-mark for first time since February. The 30-share index Sensex ended at 40,182.67, gaining 303.72 points or 0.76%. The Nifty closed at 11,834.60, gaining 95.75 points or 0.82%. A good start to Q2 result led by the IT & BFSI sector, along with positive announcements like buyback has lifted  market sentiments At the same time, expectation of a stimulus in India ahead of festive season have also contributed to the widespread optimism.