Closing Bell: Sensex Ends 540 Points Higher, Nifty Crosses 25,200;

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Indian equity benchmarks the Sensex and Nifty closed higher on Wednesday, buoyed by gains in Asian markets following the US-Japan trade pact, which sparked optimism about potential future agreements. The rally was primarily driven by automotive and financial stocks. Sentiment was further uplifted by news of upcoming US-China trade negotiations in Stockholm. All key sectoral indices finished in the green on Wednesday. Broader indices such as small-caps and mid-caps remained rangebound. A softening in global trade friction boosted investor confidence, alleviating earlier concerns tied to economic growth and inflation that had been influencing the U.S. Federal Reserve’s interest rate outlook. In terms of sectors, real estate stocks underperformed due to bulk transactions in Lodha and Oberoi Realty, while auto, metals, pharmaceuticals, and energy stocks led early gains. Highlights of the Day’s Top Trades

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