India’s benchmark equity indices reversed course, with the Sensex falling more than 400 points and the Nifty ending near 22,600. The decline brought a two-day relief rally to a close following the Reserve Bank of India’s rate hike.
Market rally comes to an end
The session marked a shift from the recent rebound in Indian stocks. After gaining for two consecutive sessions, the market moved lower, leaving the Sensex down over 400 points while the Nifty closed close to the 22,600 level.
What happened after the RBI rate hike
The pullback followed the RBI rate hike and ended the brief relief rally that had supported the market over the previous two sessions. The available information does not provide further details on the scale of the rate increase or the performance of individual sectors and companies.
What lies ahead
The latest session highlights the market’s shift after its short-lived rebound. Further direction will depend on developments not detailed in the available report.