Overview
- The Sensex climbed 3,395.94 points (4.51%) and the Nifty gained 1,023.1 points (4.48%) during the week ending April 20, 2025.
- HDFC Bank saw the largest valuation increase among the top 10 firms, adding Rs 76,483.95 crore to reach Rs 14,58,934.32 crore.
- Bharti Airtel's valuation rose by Rs 75,210.77 crore to Rs 10,77,241.74 crore, making it the second-biggest gainer.
- Reliance Industries retained its position as the most valued company, with its market cap increasing by Rs 74,766.36 crore to Rs 17,24,768.59 crore.
- The rally was driven by positive macroeconomic cues, including tariff deferrals, a normal monsoon forecast, and easing retail inflation.