The Sensex and Nifty indices started the day on a positive note due to the ongoing US presidential race, which has created a favorable market sentiment.
As of 09:37 AM, the Sensex increased by 266.13 points or 0.33 percent, reaching 79,742.76, while the Nifty rose by 109.30 points or 0.45 percent, standing at 24,322.60.
The market breadth indicated a strong preference for gainers, with almost four stocks advancing for every one that declined. Approximately 2,320 shares experienced an increase, 612 saw a decrease, and 115 remained unchanged, highlighting active trading in favor of positive momentum.