Why did the Sensex index rise today?

The market advanced on optimism around an interim India US trade deal, strong SBI Q3 results that lifted PSU banks, net foreign buying, and softer Brent crude. Breadth improved across sectors, signaling healthy participation. Gains in financials, energy, autos, and capital goods outweighed weakness in select IT names.

Which sectors led and which lagged?

PSU banks and financials led after a strong SBI Q3 print, with support from energy, autos, and capital goods. IT underperformed as global tech sentiment softened and investors rotated to domestic cyclicals. The broader market stayed constructive with advances outpacing declines through most of the session.

How did SBI’s Q3 results influence sentiment?

SBI’s better Q3 performance improved confidence in bank earnings, highlighting resilient asset quality and steady operating metrics. That pulled PSU banks higher and supported private lenders too. The positive read-across reinforced the case for domestic cyclicals tied to lending, capex, and consumption themes in the near term.

What should investors watch next week?

Monitor progress on the India US trade deal, crude price trends, and global inflation data. Onshore, track post-results commentary from banks and capital goods. Watch whether the Sensex holds near 84,000 and Nifty near 25,850. Use staggered entries, focus on quality names, and avoid chasing sharp gap-ups.

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Sensex Index Today, February 9: +485 pts on India-US trade deal, SBI jump

ByHuzaifa Zahoor February 9, 2026February 9, 2026

The Sensex index closed 485 points higher at 84,065 on February 9, while Nifty 50 today finished above 25,850. Sentiment improved on optimism around an interim India US trade deal framework, strong SBI Q3 results that lifted PSU banks, steady foreign buying, and softer Brent crude. Gains were broad-based, though some IT stocks lagged on weak global tech cues. We explain the drivers, sector moves, and near-term risks so Indian investors can decide how to position into next week’s trade.