Nifty Extends Losing Streak as Crude Tops $110

The Indian stock market closed lower on Thursday, October 22, 2026, extending its decline for a third consecutive session. The Nifty 50 fell 123.70 points (0.54%) to 22,687.65, while the Sensex dropped 460.30 points (0.62%) to 73,249.39. Rising crude oil prices, escalating geopolitical tensions and broad-based selling weighed on investor sentiment. - Top Nifty 50 gainer: Bajaj Finance: Rose 1.74% to ₹942.10, outperforming the broader market as most benchmark constituents ended lower. - Top Nifty 50 loser:

: Fell 3.26% to ₹522.05, leading the benchmark's declines. Nestlé India also dropped 3.16%. - Broad-based selling continued: Around 2,512 NSE-listed stocks declined versus 1,026 advances, while mid-cap and small-cap indices fell roughly 1% each. - Crude oil remained the key concern: Brent crude climbed above $110 per barrel amid escalating geopolitical tensions, increasing concerns about India's import bill and inflation.