Market Opens Higher: Sensex Near 75,000, Nifty IT Surges Over 2%
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Market breadth remained positive, with 1,637 stocks advancing against 1,182 stocks declining. Around 64 stocks touched fresh 52-week highs, while 85 stocks were locked in upper circuits on Monday.
✨ Key Takeaways
Indian equity benchmark indices opened higher on Monday, June 01, 2026, supported by positive momentum in select heavyweight sectors. The Nifty 50 was seen trading near the 23,600 mark, up 0.21 per cent, while the Sensex gained 183 points and hovered around the 75,000 level. Meanwhile, India VIX traded around the 16 mark, indicating moderate volatility in the market.
Broader markets witnessed mixed activity. The Nifty Midcap 100 index traded flat, while the Nifty Smallcap 100 index gained nearly half a per cent. Market breadth remained positive, with 1,637 stocks advancing against 1,182 stocks declining. Around 64 stocks touched fresh 52-week highs, while 85 stocks were locked in Upper Circuits on Monday.
On the sectoral front, Nifty IT emerged as the top performer, rising over 2 per cent. On the other hand, Nifty FMCG remained under pressure and slipped 0.75 per cent. Overall, the market opened on a positive note, with buying interest visible in IT and select Small-Cap counters.
Disclaimer: The article is for informational purposes only and not investment advice.