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Markets Recover After Early Fall: Banking Stocks Drive Recovery as FIIs Pump ₹4,786 Crore, Lifting Sensex Above 76,120

 

The stock market had another volatile session, with the Sensex opening weak and dipping 386 points to 75,581.38 in early trades. Just like the Sensex, the Nifty also fell by 130 points to 22,814.85.

However, both indices showed later recovery during the session Sensex pierced through 76,120, up more than 500 points from below, while Nifty rose to 22,983.90.

 

Banking Stocks LeadRecovery 

 

Banks, including top hit counters such as IndusInd Bank, State Bank of India, and Kotak Mahindra Bank led the swift recovery. There was massive buying in Tata Steel and Zomato, contributing to the bounce back. Faring terribly were tech majors weighing down the IT sector, including Infosys, TCS, and HCL Tech.

 

Foreign Fund Inflows Boost Market Sentiment

 

Market experts differ but seem to agree that the flow of new foreign funds into the market assured that the gains were not going to be squandered. After turning sellers for the past weeks, FIIs put in a buying spree, with 4,786 crores or so pouring in equities. The change in their stance worked positively for market sentiment, possibly marking a revival in investor confidence.

 

Global Cues Affect Market Movement

 

The market movements were influenced by global cues. The US markets closed in the green but Asian markets had mixed trends, with Shanghai and Seoul trading higher while Tokyo and Hong Kong remained under pressure. Oil prices slightly moved up, with Brent crude surging to $75.88 up per barrel.

 

Challenges Ahead for the Indian Market

 

Analysts say that the Indian market continues to face challenges despite the bounce back. That it has underperformed compared to global indices, especially S&P 500 and Nasdaq, raises concern.

Reports reveal that China is now encouraging number-one investors to inject fresh funds into their market, tapping potential foreign investments away from India. Experts believe that FIIs may buckle up against exports as buyers only when the dollar weakens and US bond yields start declining.

 

Remain Cautiously Optimistic

 

In a turbulent market, the books indicate that although the move is big, it has shown a sign of resilience. Global cues and the corporate earnings calendar will be tracked closely by all investors for further cues.

For the time being, banking stocks are in the green, with foreign inflows suggesting a cautiously optimistic outlook.