Stock Market Live Updates: Sensex falls over 100 pts, Nifty below 23,800; IT stocks decline
Synopsis
Sensex Today | Nifty 50 Live Updates: Sensex and Nifty swing between gains and losses, while the upcoming results of the US midterm elections indicate a blue sweep.
Stock Market Live Updates
Among the sectors, Nifty Realty jumped 2% while Nifty FMCG and Nifty Consumer Durables indices gained over 1% each. Bucking the trend, Nifty IT slipped into the red.
Broader markets also extended gains, with Nifty Smallcap 250 and Nifty Midcap 100 indices jumping up to 0.75%. The overall market breadth however turned negative, with NSE seeing 1,301 declines against 1,013 advances, while 174 stocks remained unchanged.
Global Markets Updates
Broader markets also extended gains, with Nifty Smallcap 250 and Nifty Midcap 100 indices jumping up to 0.75%. The overall market breadth however turned negative, with NSE seeing 1,301 declines against 1,013 advances, while 174 stocks remained unchanged.
Global Markets Updates
- S&P 500 futures fell 0.4% as of 2:59 p.m. Tokyo time
- Nikkei 225 futures (OSE) fell 2%
- Japan’s Topix fell 1.1%
- Hong Kong’s Hang Seng rose 1.1%
- The Shanghai Composite rose 1.4%
- Euro Stoxx 50 futures fell 0.6%
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12:00:23 PM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Sensex Today Live Updates: Sensex declines over 100 points
Sensex declines over 100 points to 76,772. Top drags include TCS, Infosys and HCL Tech.
11:50:05 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Bond market update | Oil slide, Treasury strength boost Indian bonds
Indian government bonds soared on Wednesday, as crude's steep descent in recent sessions emboldened traders to add positions, while a Democratic sweep in the US midterm elections lifted hopes of peace in the Middle East. The benchmark 6.94% 2036 bond yield was down 4 basis points at 7.2594% at 11:30 a.m. IST. It was headed for a third straight decline after easing more than 11 basis points over the previous two sessions.
11:43:15 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Nifty 50 Today Live Updates: Nifty IT falls 2%
TCS, Mphasis and Infosys lead the losses for Nifty It. Oracle Financial Services Software bucks the trend, and remains the only stock trading in red within the index.
11:27:39 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Commodities market update | Zinc futures rise on higher demand
- Zinc prices edged up 0.04% to Rs 411.40 per kg in futures trade on Wednesday, tracking higher demand from market participants.
- On the Multi Commodity Exchange, zinc contracts for November delivery rose 15 paise, or 0.04%, to Rs 411.40 per kg, with a business turnover of 515 lots.
- Traders attributed the rise in zinc futures to higher demand in the spot market.
11:22:58 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Global markets | Australian shares close at lowest in over a week; miners, banks weigh
Australian shares closed lower on Wednesday, with miners and banks weighing the most as investors assessed the impact of high interest rates on the economy after signals that the central bank's tightening cycle may have run its course. The S&P/ASX 200 index finished down 0.6% at 8,834.50, its lowest close since October 26.
11:16:02 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Sensex Today Live Updates: Equitas Small Finance Bank shares jump 9% after Balaji Nuthalapadi’s appointment as interim CEO
Shares of Equitas Small Finance Bank jumped nearly 9% to its day’s high of Rs 57.25 on the NSE after the bank approved the appointment of Balaji Nuthalapadi as the Interim CEO following PN Vasudevan’s sudden resignation on October 29, 2026.
11:05:20 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Nifty 50 Today Live Updates: Nifty trades below 23,800; Sensex turns negative
11:01:33 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Nifty 50 Today Live Updates: Nifty Realty jumps 2%
Lodha Developers, Godrej Properties and Brigade Enterprises lead the gains for Nifty Realty.
10:48:17 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Forex update | Rupee claims near two-week high as US midterms singe dollar, flows improve
The rupee rose to its strongest level in nearly two weeks on Wednesday, as early results from US midterm elections weighed on the dollar, while data also pointed to a nascent revival in foreign investors buying local stocks. The rupee touched 94.51 in early trade before trimming gains to last quote at 94.63 per dollar, up 0.1% on the day.
10:46:15 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
ITC Share Price Live Updates: ITC shares jump 6% in two days after Q2 results
Shares of ITC jumped another 4% on Wednesday, extending gains to 6% over two days after announcing its results for the second quarter of the ongoing financial year 2027, with target prices by international brokerages still implying more upside ahead.
10:42:14 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Sensex Today Live Updates: Top losers at this hour
MCX India, SKF India, Embassy Developments, AIA Engineering and Sai Silks are among the top losers at this hour.
10:34:38 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
BLS Polymers Share Price Live Updates: BLS Polymers shares gain 6% after strong stock market debut
Shares of BLS Polymers, which made a strong stock market debut on Tuesday, gained nearly 6% to its day’s high of Rs 284 against previous closing of Rs 268.80 on NSE. The company listed at 65% premium over the IPO price. The stock opened at Rs 244 on the BSE and Rs 248 on the NSE, against its issue price of Rs 150 per share.
10:28:15 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Sensex Today Live Updates: Gaja Alternative Asset Management Q2 Results
- Profit at Rs 63 crore vs Rs 40 crore, up 57.5%
- Revenue at Rs 38 crore vs Rs 69 crore, down 45%
10:25:01 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
BHEL Share Price Live Updates: BHEL shares gain 3% as Motilal raises target price after Q2; Elara Capital upgrades to Buy
Shares of state-owned defence company Bharat Electronics rallied as much as 3% to their day’s high of Rs 392 on the BSE after Motilal Oswal raised the target price while Elara Capital upgraded the stock to Buy from Accumulate rating. The upgrades come after the company’s analyst call on Tuesday, while the results were declared last week. Bharat Electronics reiterated its FY27 guidance, targeting revenue growth of 15%, an EBITDA margin of 28% and order inflows of more than Rs 55,000 crore, including the QRSAM programme.
10:15:47 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Wall Street Update: US dollar index falls nearly 0.6% to 101.29, a one-month low
10:10:09 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Awfis Space Solutions Share Price Live Updates: Awfis Space Solutions shares rally 13% after Q2 profit jumps 94% YoY; revenue rises 20%
Shares of Awfis Space Solutions surged 13.15% to Rs 272.90 after the flexible workspace solutions provider reported a strong performance for the September 2026 quarter, with net profit rising 94% YoY and revenue increasing 20% YoY to Rs 439 crore in Q2FY27, compared with Rs 367 crore in the corresponding quarter last year.
10:04:32 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Emcure Pharma Share Price Live Updates: Emcure Pharma shares hit 10% upper circuit after FY27 guidance hike
Shares of pharmaceutical major Emcure Pharma hit a 10% upper circuit and a 52-week high of Rs 2,180.80 on the BSE after the company reported solid numbers for the second quarter of FY27. Jefferies raised the target price to Rs 2,500 from Rs 2,320, forecasting an upside of 33% from current market levels.
09:56:51 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Bajaj Finserv Share Price Live Updates: Bajaj Finserv shares rise 2%, extend gains after Q2 results
The shares of Bajaj Finserv rose another 2%, extending gains after the company reported a 23% year-on-year increase in consolidated net profit to Rs 2,758 crore for the July-September quarter of FY27, with Jefferies reducing target price but maintaining its ‘Buy’ call.
09:48:21 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Sensex Today Live Updates: MCX sinks 7% even as Q2 profit surges 130% YoY, revenue more than doubles
The shares of Multi Commodity Exchange of India (MCX) dropped around 7% even after the company reported triple-digit topline and bottomline growth in Q2FY27. MCX reported a 130% YoY surge in consolidated net profit to Rs 454.57 crore in Q2FY27, compared with Rs 197.47 crore in the corresponding quarter of the previous fiscal year.
09:46:20 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Sensex Today Live Updates: NSE shares gain after Q2 earnings, brokerages retain bullish call
Shares of National Stock Exchange (NSE) inched higher after the company reported a consolidated net profit of Rs 2,578 crore for the second quarter of the ongoing FY27, marking a 23% year-on-year rise from Rs 2,098 crore reported in the corresponding quarter of the previous financial year.
09:44:36 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Sensex Today Live Updates: MK Jewels shares list on BSE
MK Jewels settles at Rs 171.6/share on the BSE vs its issue price of Rs 162/share.
09:34:34 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Sensex Today Live Updates: Top gainers at this hour
HEG Advanced Materials, Amara Raja Energy & Mobility, BHEL, Uno Minda and IIFL Finance are among the top gainers at this hour.
09:21:47 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Sensex Today Live Updates: Sensex gains over 300 points
09:18:09 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Opening Bell: Sensex off to a choppy start as US midterm outcome looms, Nifty below 23,800
09:03:03 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Forex Updates | Indian rupee opens up 0.2% at 94.5575 per US dollar, previous close 94.74
09:00:00 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Sensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market Live Updates: Marico sees sustained growth momentum, raises FY27 margin outlook
Marico reported robust double-digit growth in revenue and profit in the September quarter, supported by healthy demand across its coconut oil, foods and premium personal care businesses. Lower copra prices also helped improve margins. The company expects growth momentum to sustain, driven by expansion in its foods and premium portfolios, an improving international business and benign input costs. Reflecting this optimism, Marico raised its Ebitda margin outlook to the mid-20% range from around 20% earlier.
Marico shares surged 9.4% on Tuesday to ₹873.2, closing at the day's high. Analysts have maintained their 'Buy' ratings on the stock, citing a potential upside of 12-15% from Tuesday's closing price.
Marico shares surged 9.4% on Tuesday to ₹873.2, closing at the day's high. Analysts have maintained their 'Buy' ratings on the stock, citing a potential upside of 12-15% from Tuesday's closing price.
08:49:47 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Wall Street Update: US S&P futures fall 1.25%
US Stock futures declined as traders weighed the possibility of Democrats gaining majority control of Congress and securing key gubernatorial victories in the 2026 US midterm elections.
S&P 500 futures fell 1.25%, while Nasdaq-100 futures dropped 2%. Dow Jones Industrial Average futures were down 367 points, or 0.7%.
S&P 500 futures fell 1.25%, while Nasdaq-100 futures dropped 2%. Dow Jones Industrial Average futures were down 367 points, or 0.7%.
08:40:00 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Sensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market Live Updates: Sensex, Nifty soar to a two-month high as FPIs ramp up buying activity
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty extended their gains for a fourth straight session on Tuesday, ending at their highest levels in nearly two months. Improved foreign investor buying, stronger corporate earnings and attractive valuations boosted market sentiment.
The Sensex rose 1.6%, or 1,226 points, to close at 76,917.85, its highest level since September 1. The Nifty 50 also advanced 1.6%, gaining 371 points to settle at 23,811, its highest close since September 4. Both indices have risen about 5% over the past four sessions.
The Sensex rose 1.6%, or 1,226 points, to close at 76,917.85, its highest level since September 1. The Nifty 50 also advanced 1.6%, gaining 371 points to settle at 23,811, its highest close since September 4. Both indices have risen about 5% over the past four sessions.
08:36:43 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Wall Street Update: US stock futures down sharply as midterm election results trickle in, with Nasdaq futures down 2%
08:30:00 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Sensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market Live Updates: Sebi imposes Rs 40 lakh penalty on two brokers in Axis Mutual Fund front-running case
Sebi on Tuesday levied a total penalty of ₹40 lakh on two stockbroking firms, Woodstock Broking and Marfatia Stock Broking, along with their directors, for facilitating front-running trades involving Axis Mutual Fund. The firms were found to have provided access to their trading terminals to an unauthorised person based in Dubai.
08:25:00 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Sensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market Live Updates: Explained: Why Sebi wants mutual fund investors to switch to direct plans
Effective November 1, Sebi has directed mutual fund houses to make direct plans the default investment option on their websites and mobile apps. Accordingly, investors visiting a fund house's digital platform to invest in an equity scheme will see the direct plan pre-selected or displayed as the primary choice. However, they can still opt for regular plans if they prefer assistance from distributors.
08:23:33 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Commodities Market Updates | Brent crude futures drop $1 to $102.60 per barrel
08:20:22 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Sensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market Live Updates: US mid-terms may help D-Street break free from geopolitical overhang
"The midterm election outcome could affect Indian markets through its impact on trade policy, global investor sentiment and currency movements," said Ravi Singh, chief research officer at Master Capital Services. "A loss of congressional control by Trump could lead to greater scrutiny of his tariff policies, potentially easing trade-related concerns. If Republicans retain control, current trade and immigration policies are likely to continue, keeping uncertainty elevated."
Initial results are expected in India early Wednesday morning as polling stations close across different US time zones.
Initial results are expected in India early Wednesday morning as polling stations close across different US time zones.
08:15:00 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Sensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market Live Updates: Dollar slips as investors brace for US midterm election results
The dollar weakened against most major currencies on Wednesday as investors awaited the US midterm election results, with markets anticipating a potentially strong performance by the Democrats.
08:10:00 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Sensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market Live Updates: Oil slips as markets await US midterm results, peace signals
Oil prices edged lower in early trading on Wednesday as investors awaited the outcome of the US midterm elections and assessed their potential implications for Middle East peace talks. The decline came despite industry data showing an unexpected drop in US crude inventories last week.
08:05:00 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Sensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market Live Updates: Gold edges higher as softer oil eases inflation concerns
Gold prices edged higher in early Asian trading on Wednesday as a decline in oil prices eased inflationary concerns. Investors also awaited the US midterm election results and key labour market data for clues on the outlook for monetary policy.
08:01:08 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Sensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market Live Updates: US stocks end mixed as chipmakers rebound, Apple slips
The Nasdaq ended higher on Tuesday as investors returned to chipmakers and other AI-linked stocks, helping the tech-heavy index recoup some losses ahead of the US midterm election results. However, declines in Apple weighed on sentiment after the iPhone maker warned that rising memory chip costs would put further pressure on margins.
07:37:48 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Sensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market Live Updates: Global Market Today: Asian shares retreat as US futures slide on mid-term election bets
US equity-index futures declined and the dollar weakened as early midterm election results and prediction markets pointed to a growing likelihood of a Democratic victory, raising expectations of political gridlock in Washington. US Treasuries advanced as investors assessed the potential implications for policy and markets.
07:37:58 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Sensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market Live Updates: Stocks in news: NSE, BSE, SBI, Happiest Minds, MCX, IEX and Minda Corp
Several stocks, including NSE, BSE, SBI, Happiest Minds Technologies, MCX, IEX and Minda Corporation, are likely to remain in focus on Wednesday, November 4. Investors will track Q2 earnings, monthly sales figures, acquisition announcements, fundraising plans, operational updates and other corporate developments.
07:38:04 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Sensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market Live Updates: GIFT Nifty (Earlier SGX Nifty) signals a negative start
GIFT Nifty on NSE IX fell 50 points, or 0.21%, to 23,710, signalling a negative start for Dalal Street on Wednesday.
07:38:11 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Sensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market Live Updates: Ahead of Market: 10 things that will decide stock market action on Wednesday
Indian stock markets extended their rally on Tuesday, with the Sensex and Nifty gaining nearly 2% each, as easing crude oil prices, expectations of a possible long-term capital gains (LTCG) tax rejig and improving investor sentiment lifted equities.
The Sensex surged 1,225 points to close at 76,918, while the Nifty 50 advanced 370 points to settle at 23,811. The rally added nearly Rs 4 lakh crore to the combined market capitalisation of BSE-listed companies, taking it to around Rs 487 lakh crore.
The Sensex surged 1,225 points to close at 76,918, while the Nifty 50 advanced 370 points to settle at 23,811. The rally added nearly Rs 4 lakh crore to the combined market capitalisation of BSE-listed companies, taking it to around Rs 487 lakh crore.
07:38:17 AM IST, 04 Nov 2026
Sensex Today | Nifty 50 | Stock Market Live Updates: Sensex, Nifty on Tuesday
Indian equities extended their gains on Tuesday, supported by softer crude oil prices, declining US Treasury yields and renewed buying by foreign institutional investors (FIIs), while improving global market sentiment eased concerns over macroeconomic headwinds.