Why Is the Stock Market Rising Today? Sensex Surges Over 1,300 Points, Nifty Hits 23,800 – Here’s What’s Driving the Rally

In a surprising and strong comeback, the Indian stock market witnessed a sharp rally on Thursday, pushing major indices to new highs. The BSE Sensex surged over 1,300 points to hit 78,363 while the Nifty 50 touched the 23,800 mark, reflecting renewed investor confidence and bullish sentiment.

📌 Overall, the total market capitalisation of BSE-listed companies jumped by ₹4 lakh crore, signaling the scale of Thursday’s market optimism.

So, what’s fuelling this sharp rise? Let’s break down the key reasons behind today’s market rally:

1. Banking Stocks Lead the Charge

One of the biggest drivers of the rally was the strong performance of Bank Nifty, which climbed nearly 2%. Heavyweights like HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, and Kotak Mahindra Bank were major contributors, collectively adding around 600 points to the Sensex’s rally. With quarterly earnings due soon, investors are betting big on the financial sector’s growth potential.

2. Strong Foreign Institutional Investor (FII) Buying

Investor sentiment also received a boost from continuous FII inflows. For the second consecutive day, FIIs remained net buyers, purchasing equities worth nearly ₹3,936 crore on Wednesday alone. Over two days, inflows crossed ₹10,000 crore – an encouraging sign that global investors are bullish on Indian markets.

3. Support Despite Global Concerns

What makes today’s surge even more significant is that it comes despite lingering global concerns – including US tariff policies and fears of a global slowdown. Yet, the Indian market appears resilient, with strong domestic triggers overpowering global anxieties.

4. Pre-Earnings Season Optimism

As India’s Q4 earnings season kicks off, anticipation of strong performance from banks and other key sectors is fueling investor optimism. With HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank expected to announce results shortly, early bets are driving up stock prices.