Stock Market Recap: Sensex Ends Slightly Up, Nifty Holds Above 24,550

Indian stock benchmarks erased early declines to finish modestly higher on Thursday, supported by late-session buying ahead of the weekly expiry of Nifty derivatives. Market sentiment improved after analysts downplayed the broader implications of U.S. President Donald Trump’s sudden decision to double tariffs on Indian exports, suggesting the impact on listed companies may be limited and indicating potential room for negotiation before the August 27 deadline. Index Performance The BSE Sensex, which had dropped as much as 0.9% intraday to a low of 79,811.29, recovered to close 79.27 points, or 0.1%, higher at 80,623.26. The NSE Nifty also bounced back from a session low of 24,344.15 to end at 24,596.15, gaining 21.95 points, or 0.09%. The late recovery echoed trends observed during recent weekly derivative expiries. Key Stock Movements

l Ltd. fell 3% after Antfin Singapore offloaded 23 lakh shares in a block transaction. L slipped 5% as its Q1 net loss widened to ₹455 crore. climbed 2%, with Q1 profit exceeding forecasts despite subdued sales figures. e Industries surged over 2% following an 18% year-on-year increase in Q1 PAT and the announcement of a 1:1 bonus share issue. Disclaimer: This is not investment advice. The information is provided solely for informational purposes. Please consult a financial advisor before making any investment decision.