Sensex, Nifty gain despite fuel price hike: What’s driving market? Key takeaways for investors
Indian equity benchmarks began Tuesday’s session on a positive note, with both the BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty trading in the green in early trade. As of 10:00 IST, May 19, 2026, BSE Sensex was trading at 75,475.81, up 160.77 points or 0.21%. The index opened at 75,441.27 vs the previous close of 75,315.04. Intraday high so far is 75,741.84, with a low of 75,371.07. The NSE Nifty was at 23,680.50, gaining 30.55 points or 0.13%. Nifty opened at 23,675.30, above its previous close of 23,649.95. The index touched a high of 23,768.95 and a low of 23,647.40 in the first hour. Both indices are holding above their opening levels, indicating mild buying interest at the start of trade. …read more











