The day kicked off with a bang as the equity markets extended their winning streak for the fifth consecutive session. The BJP’s decisive victories in Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Chhattisgarh elections fueled fiery investor optimism.
Analysts pointed to robust macroeconomic data, consistent foreign fund inflows, and the overall positive sentiment established in the previous week.
By the closing bell, the Sensex soared by 1383.93 points (2.05%), reaching a dizzying height of 68,865.12. Similarly, the Nifty reached a record high, gaining 416.95 points (2.06%) and touching 20,684.85.
Impact on the stock market
Sectorial performance
| Sector/Index | Performance |
| Information Technology | + 0.92% |
| Healthcare | + 0.18% |
| Oil & Gas | + 2.1% |
| Real Estate | + 1.85% |
| Banks | + 3.28% |
Top gainers today
| Company | Price | Change (%age) |
| Gujarat State Fertilizer & Chemicals Ltd. | 215.30 | 11.15% |
| Cyient Ltd. | 2189.15 | 9.54% |
| Adani Green Energy Ltd. | 1123.75 | 9.47% |
| Central Bank of India | 48.30 | 9.02% |
| Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd. | 376.50 | 8.95% |
Top losers today
| Company | Price | Change (%age) |
| Whirlpool of India Ltd. | 1321.05 | – 6.70% |
| KNR Constructions Ltd. | 269.85 | – 5.51% |
| Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd. | 255.90 | – 3.99% |
| Delta Corp Ltd. | 140.45 | – 3.76% |
| Timescan Logistics (India) Ltd. | 141.00 | – 2.99% |
Market aftermath: Impact on stocks
BSE Midcap and Smallcap indices also surged to record highs, closing at 34,999.76 (up 1.19%) and 41,051.01 (up 1.20%), respectively. The BSE witnessed a flurry of activity, with 427 stocks hitting a 52-week high. The bulls had the upper hand as 2,415 stocks advanced while 1,401 declined.
The market capitalisation on BSE increased to ₹343.5 lakh crore, a ₹5.8 lakh crore gain in one session.
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Adani’s grand rally:
The Adani Group stole the spotlight as its listed firms experienced a rally, echoing the broader market’s upswing. Adani Green Energy soared by 8%, leading the pack. The combined market capitalisation of all Adani Group firms touched a staggering Rs 12 lakh crore.
The BSE witnessed Adani Green Energy’s scrip surge by 8%, Adani Enterprises rallied 6.61%, and ACC bounced 6.35%. Adani Power, Adani Ports, and other group companies also had a bullish move.
Adani stocks soar as the Supreme Court upholds SEBI findings, giving a clean chit to 22 of 24 market manipulation cases against the Adani group. Investors, buoyed by COP28 (28th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change)and clean energy themes, seek increased exposure to Adani stocks.
Inox Wind Ltd
Inox Wind Limited completed an infusion of Rs 800 crore from its promoter, Inox Wind Energy Limited. Stocks trade at Rs 331.85, up by 15.27%, on the NSE.
Bajaj Healthcare
Bajaj Healthcare’s shares dipped 0.88% to Rs 381.50 as the company’s CFO, Rupesh Nikam, resigned from the position on Dec 1.
Crude oil slips below $79
Despite geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and attacks on commercial vessels in the Red Sea region, crude oil futures slipped below $79 per barrel on Monday.
Uncertainty looms over OPEC+’s voluntary production cuts, influencing the downturn. On Monday, February, Brent oil futures registered at $78.41, reflecting a 0.60% drop.
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Simultaneously, January WTI crude oil futures traded at $73.69, down by 0.51%. On the Multi Commodity Exchange (MCX), December crude oil futures opened at ₹6166, a 1.83% decrease from the previous close, while January futures were at ₹6205, down by 1.55% from ₹6303 at the close.
Conclusion
December 4, 2023, will be etched in market history. The surge in indices, the Adani Group’s spectacular rally, and corporate manoeuvres created a day of excitement, leaving everyone wondering: what’s next in the thrilling saga of the stock market?
In the dynamic world of finance, one thing is certain – buckle up because the markets are always ready for another adrenaline-pumping ride!
