BSE Sensex Return: From 549 to 86,000 in 40 Years with 15,594% Gains

The BSE Sensex stands as one of the most remarkable stories of wealth creation in global financial history, growing from a modest starting level of about 549 points in its early phase to roughly 86,000 points over four decades of market evolution. This extraordinary performance has delivered remarkable long-term returns to patient investors, underscoring the power of compounding, economic reforms, and the expanding footprint of India’s equity markets.