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Stock markets rally for second day; Sensex jumps 579 points on easing crude oil prices, buying in IT
The Indian stock market experienced a notable rally, as the Sensex surged by 579 points, or 0.75%, driven primarily by a rebound in IT stocks amidst a backdrop of easing crude oil prices. This rise occurred following positive geopolitical developments between India and Japan, which included key agreements in economic and defense sectors. Despite a broader sell-off in technology stocks globally, Indian equities maintained their upward momentum, supported by robust performance in the automobile sector.
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Published 2 Jul 2026, 13:36 UTC3 min read
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Summary
TL;DR
- Sensex rose by 579 points to end at 77,502.12.
- Infosys and Tech Mahindra were among the top gainers in IT.
- Crude oil prices dropped, contributing to market optimism.
- Positive geopolitical agreements between India and Japan announced.
- Robust growth in passenger vehicle sales in June.
Interesting facts
- Brent crude fell to $70.53 per barrel.
- India and Japan's summit led to significant economic partnerships.
- The IT sector surged by over 4% despite a global tech sell-off.