MUMBAI: Indian equity markets ended higher on Thursday, with both the Sensex and Nifty moving closer to the record levels last seen in September 2024.
Strong buying in Financials and Oil & Gas stocks, along with positive global cues, boosted overall market sentiment.
The Sensex rose 0.52 per cent, or 446.21 points, to close at 85, 632.68 after touching an intra-day high of 85, 801.70.
HDFC Bank and Bajaj Twins were among the biggest contributors to the index’s gains.
Similarly, the Nifty hit a fresh 52-week high of 26, 246.65 before settling 0.54 per cent, or 139.50 points higher, at 26, 192.15.
The broader trend remains constructive, supported by strong demand zones at 26, 180, 26, 070, and deeper support between 26, 000 and 25, 900, as per experts.