Why did market rise today? Sensex gains 444 points, Nifty closes above 24,000. 3 key factors

Indian stock markets surged on Wednesday, breaking a two-day losing spell. Positive global sentiment and other factors propelled investor confidence, with Sensex and Nifty 50 registering significant gains. The market capitalization saw a substantial increase, adding nearly Rs 2.5 lakh crore. While FMCG and Realty sectors led the charge, IT stocks experienced a downturn.

Nomura expects IT firms to see ‘anaemic’ growth in FY27. Here are latest target prices for Infosys, TCS, and others

Nomura expects subdued near-term growth for Indian IT companies as macro uncertainty and weak tech spending weigh on demand ahead of Q1 earnings. However, it sees long-term opportunities emerging from AI-driven changes, with IT firms potentially expanding their addressable market as enterprises increasingly rely on system integrators in hybrid human–digital workflows.

Global Market: Japan’s Nikkei extends rally on AI boost, but US-Iran impasse weighs

Japan’s Nikkei index marked a triumphant third day of gains, fueled by the surge in AI-related shares. Nevertheless, the progress in US-Iran discussions and ongoing market fluctuations dampened this rally. Companies like Sumco and Taiyo Yuden experienced substantial rises, hitting remarkable new peaks. While manufacturers are feeling more optimistic, challenges like escalating costs and supply…