The Indian stock market ended Tuesday’s session on April 21, 2026, on a strong note, supported by improving global and domestic cues. The NIFTY 50 closed at 24,576.60, rising 211.75 points or 0.87%, as investors returned to risk assets.
Sentiment improved on expectations that Iran may participate in talks to extend the Middle East truce, which raised hopes of smoother oil supply and stable energy prices. Additional support came from financial stocks after the central bank rolled back certain restrictions on rupee derivative trading.
The benchmark index opened firm and steadily climbed higher throughout the session. Investor confidence strengthened as geopolitical risks appeared to ease, encouraging buying across key sectors.
FMCG and financial stocks led the rally, supported by broad‑based participation. Despite gains in several large caps, selective selling in a few PSU and pharma names kept intraday volatility in check.
| Company Name | LTP | Change (₹) | % Change | Volume (Lakhs) | Value (₹ Crores) |
| Nestlé India | 1,394.90 | 108.50 | 8.43 | 95.87 | 1,294.56 |
| Hindustan Unilever | 2,320.10 | 88.60 | 3.97 | 32.17 | 735.81 |
| Trent | 4,405.10 | 162.30 | 3.83 | 24.38 | 1,066.32 |
| Bajaj Finance | 938.75 | 21.00 | 2.29 | 67.14 | 628.06 |
| Tata Consumer Products | 1,145.50 | 25.10 | 2.24 | 10.72 | 121.69 |
| Company Name | LTP | Change (₹) | % Change | Volume (Lakhs) | Value (₹ Crores) |
| SBI Life | 1,914.00 | -68.50 | -3.46 | 51.54 | 985.16 |
| Bharat Electronics | 451.50 | -6.05 | -1.32 | 134.92 | 613.03 |
| Dr Reddy’s | 1,220.90 | -11.70 | -0.95 | 12.31 | 150.41 |
| Jio Financial Services | 234.90 | -2.25 | -0.95 | 463.45 | 1,090.40 |
| Titan | 4,484.00 | -29.00 | -0.64 | 6.56 | 294.79 |
FMCG stocks led the gains, driven by strong buying in Nestlé India and Hindustan Unilever. Financial stocks also performed well after regulatory easing supported sentiment, with Bajaj Finance among the top gainers.
Retail and discretionary stocks such as Trent added further momentum to the rally. In contrast, life insurance, defence and pharmaceutical stocks witnessed mild profit‑booking, limiting gains in a few sectors.
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The NIFTY 50 closed sharply higher on April 21, 2026, supported by optimism around easing geopolitical tensions and favourable domestic policy developments. Nestlé India and Hindustan Unilever led the rally, powering gains in the FMCG segment.
However, stocks such as SBI Life and Bharat Electronics weighed on select sectors amid profit‑taking. Overall, improved global cues and regulatory support helped the market end the session firmly in positive territory.
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Published on: Apr 21, 2026, 4:02 PM IST
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