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By Dalal Street Investment Journal (DSIJ)
The combined market capitalisation of BSE-listed companies crossed the $5 trillion mark on June 17, 2026, for the first time since early May. Falling crude oil prices, a stronger rupee and continued domestic buying supported the rally, although the market remains below its September 2024 record high.
Indian stocks have made a strong comeback in recent weeks. On June 17, the combined market capitalisation of all BSE-listed companies surpassed the $5 trillion mark again, a level not seen since early May 2026.
As of 11:16 am, the total market capitalisation of BSE-listed companies stood at ₹4,74,50,976 crore, which works out to nearly $5.03 trillion based on the spot exchange rate of ₹94.29 per US dollar. The move comes after a sharp rally across Indian equities over the past few trading sessions.
The rise to $5 trillion is another reminder of how quickly market conditions can change. For perspective, BSE-listed firms first crossed the $1 trillion mark in 2007. The market then reached $2 trillion in 2017, $3 trillion in 2021 and $4 trillion in 2023 before crossing $5 trillion for the first time in 2024.
Over the past four trading sessions, the total market capitalisation of listed firms has increased by more than 6%. Since the beginning of April, it has risen nearly 14%.
Although the recovery has been quite strong, it is still not back at its highs. Currently, the total market cap stands at approximately 13% lower than its absolute historical peak of $5.7 trillion set in September 2024.
Several positive signals on an international front and strong domestic buying have been responsible for this growth.
The biggest boost came from overseas. A new peace agreement between the US and Iran led to the opening of the strategically important Strait of Hormuz. As a result of this new agreement, Brent crude oil prices fell considerably, reaching $78 per barrel. Due to reduced oil prices, the Indian rupee increased by 31 paise and became 94.29 to the US dollar.
FII have been selling their stocks for a few months now; however, domestic mutual funds and local investors have stepped in and bought stocks, which has supported the markets.
The market may still be below the record high, but the market's return to the $5 trillion mark shows the strength of investor confidence. Strong domestic participation and improved economic circumstances around the world have made this possible.
Investors will now watch whether this momentum can push Indian equities closer to their previous highs.
Source: Dalal Street Investment Journal (DSIJ), NSE
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