Finance
Stock Market Highlights on Monday, April 20, 2026: The Nifty50 and Sensex fell from their day’s highs after a lackluster session, as concern over US-Iran peace talks dampened risk sentiment.
The Nifty50 closed 0.05 percent, or 11.30 points, higher at 24,364.85, while the Sensex closed 27 points, or 0.03 percent higher, at 78,520.30.
The Nifty50 index’s top losers included Jio Financial Services, Hindalco Industries, and Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles.
The Nifty India Volatility Index closed 10.5% higher at 19.01.
Sector-wise, the Nifty PSU Bank and Nifty Media outperformed the benchmark indices, while the Nifty IT and Nifty Realty fell the most.
Tensions rose in West Asia after the US Navy detained an Iranian-flagged cargo ship in the Gulf of Oman. The seizure came after Iran fired on commercial vehicles sailing through the Strait of Hormuz.
This raised doubt on whether discussions between the United States and Iran would take place.
