Sensex extends gains by 113 points, Nifty regains 9,100 level
March 24, 2017 10:17
Stock markets opened higher today with the benchmark BSE Sensex advancing by 113 points in early trade on continued buying by investors in banking and FMCG stocks.
The 50-share Nifty of National Stock Exchange also regained 9,100 level by rising 32.80 points to 9,119.10 with 30 of index constituents making advances.
Recovery in the rupee against the dollar supported the positive sentiment in stock markets, brokers said. After opening higher at 29,350.60 points, the Sensex rose further to 29,445.67 points in early trade, showing gains of 113.51 points or 0.39 per cent over last close.
The gauge had gained 164.48 points to settle at 29,332.16 points in the previous session.
The 50-share Nifty of National Stock Exchange also regained 9,100 level by rising 32.80 points to 9,119.10 with 30 of index constituents making advances.
Recovery in the rupee against the dollar supported the positive sentiment in stock markets, brokers said. After opening higher at 29,350.60 points, the Sensex rose further to 29,445.67 points in early trade, showing gains of 113.51 points or 0.39 per cent over last close.
The gauge had gained 164.48 points to settle at 29,332.16 points in the previous session.
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