Thursday, April 16, 2026
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Stock Market Ends Lower Amid Volatility; Sensex Slips 122 Points, Nifty Closes Below 24,200

April 16, 2026 04:41 PM
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Punjab Newsline | New Delhi

The Indian stock market remained volatile on Thursday, with benchmark indices witnessing sharp swings throughout the session. The Sensex and Nifty opened on a strong note but soon slipped into the red. Although there was a brief recovery, both indices ended the day lower.

On April 16, the BSE Sensex fell by 122 points to close at 77,988.68, while the Nifty settled at 24,196.

The market had initially opened higher, supported by positive global cues and hopes of a peace agreement between the United States and Iran. The Sensex opened 565.18 points or 0.72% higher at 78,676.42, while the Nifty gained 156.20 points or 0.64% to open at 24,387.50.

 
 
 
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