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Sensex adds 943 points, Nifty above 25,000 after Budget-day rout. Key factors behind the stock market rally today

The rebound came despite proposals to raise transaction taxes on derivatives and the absence of fresh measures aimed at drawing foreign investment. The BSE Sensex rose 943.5 points, or 1.17%, to close at 81,666.46, while the Nifty 50 advanced 261 points, or 1.06%, to 25,088.4.

The Economic Times 2 Feb 2026 3:43 pm

Power Grid shares surge 7% after PSU power company raises FY26 capex guidance to Rs 32,000 crore

Power Grid shares saw a sharp surge on Monday after the PSU raised its FY26 capex guidance to Rs 32,000 crore and increased capitalisation targets, signalling strong execution visibility. The company posted an 8% YoY rise in Q3 net profit to Rs 4,185 crore, with revenue up 10% and expenses moderating sequentially.

The Economic Times 2 Feb 2026 3:43 pm

Budget 2026 not headline-grabbing but fiscally prudent and growth-oriented

The Union Budget 2026-27 delivers fiscal prudence without sacrificing growth, keeping deficit consolidation on track while sustaining strong capex. Markets reacted cautiously to the STT hike, but measures on buybacks, PIS liberalisation, bond market development and support for sunrise sectors signal a steady, reform-oriented roadmap focused on long-term competitiveness.

The Economic Times 2 Feb 2026 10:37 am

SBI Share Price Live Updates: SBI's One-Month Return

The Economic Times 2 Feb 2026 8:04 am