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Markets Rebound to End Higher Despite Weak Start

Published: 25 August 2026 · 1 min read

What Happened

Indian markets erased early losses and closed higher on Tuesday. The Sensex rose 287 points (0.37%) to 77,656.09, while the Nifty gained 115.50 points (0.48%) to settle at 24,334.55. Gains in pharma, healthcare and PSU bank stocks helped offset weakness in private banks and metals.

Key Takeaways

The market showcased resilience despite negative global cues and geopolitical concerns. Strong buying in defensive sectors such as healthcare and pharma pushed benchmarks higher, while fertilizer stocks like FACT and Paradeep Phosphates surged on expectations of stable Russian fertiliser supplies.

Sources

Business Standard