"Markets End on a Strong Note as Bulls Extend Their Winning Streak for the Fourth Consecutive Session."

How Did the Market Perform Today? Indian equity markets closed firmly in the green, extending gains for the fourth straight session. The Sensex gained 521 points to close at 78,285, while the Nifty 50 advanced 160 points to settle at 24,430, supported by broad-based buying in banking, auto, metal and realty stocks. Positive global cues and renewed FII buying further strengthened market sentiment.

Where Was the Action Today? Banking: Strong buying in private banks led the rally. Auto: Continued momentum on improving demand outlook. Metals: Stocks gained on easing global commodity concerns. Realty: One of the top-performing sectors with broad-based buying. IT: Remained under pressure due to cautious earnings expectations. Stocks in Action Today HDFC Bank – Strong Q1 business update and leadership in banking gains. Axis Bank – Witnessed strong buying interest. Thermax – Featured among the day's top gainers. Hitachi Energy India – Continued positive momentum. HFCL – Strong price action with healthy volumes. Zen Technologies – Continued buying interest. Swan Corp – Among the notable outperformers of the session.