Market Wrap: Sensex, Nifty close higher after volatile trade, ending 4-day losing streak; Metal index surges over 3% as top sectoral gainer.
Closing Bell: Benchmark equity indices settled marginally in the green on Wednesday amid choppy trading activity, snapping a four-session losing streak led by strong buying in metal, oil & gas, and select heavyweight stocks, while weakness in IT and auto counters restricted gains.
At close, the Sensex gained 49.74 points or 0.07% to settle at 74,608.98, while the Nifty advanced 33.05 points or 0.14% to end at 23,412.60. Market breadth remained positive, with 2,328 stocks advancing against 1,690 declining shares.
The Metal index emerged as the top sectoral performer, rallying more than 3%, while broader markets continued to outperform benchmark indices.
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