Market Rally Today: Investors Gain ₹5 Lakh Crore


By Dalal Street Investment Journal (DSIJ)

Summary :

 

Indian markets rallied today as the Nifty moved closer to 24,000 and the Sensex crossed 76,000, supported by five key reasons: rising hopes of a US-Iran peace deal, a sharp fall in crude oil prices, rupee recovery, easing bond yields and strong global market cues. Broad-based buying and cooling India VIX further strengthened investor sentiment.

Why Indian Markets Are Up Today: 5 Key Reasons

The Indian stock market opened with strong gains on Monday, May 25, as improved global sentiment lifted investor appetite for equities. The Nifty 50 surged to a fresh 10-day high and moved close to the important psychological level of 24,000, while the Sensex jumped 765 points to cross the 76,000 mark.

The rally was driven by multiple factors, including rising hopes of a US-Iran peace agreement, a fall in crude oil prices, a stronger rupee, easing bond yields and firm cues from Asian markets. The upmove also added nearly ₹5 lakh crore to the total market capitalisation of companies listed on the BSE.

Most sectoral indices traded in the green, except the Nifty IT index. The Nifty Auto index emerged as one of the strongest performers, gaining more than 2%, with all its constituents trading higher. Eicher Motors' share price rose over 5 per cent after the company reported its Q4FY26 results.

Market breadth remained strong. On the NSE, 2,337 stocks advanced against 630 declines. As of 9:58 am, 82 stocks touched fresh 52-week highs, while 92 stocks were locked in upper circuits. The India VIX, which measures market volatility, cooled off nearly 5% to around 17, signalling easing nervousness among traders.

Here are the top five factors driving the Indian Market on Monday:

U.S.-Iran Peace Deal Hopes Lift Indian Stock Market Sentiment

One of the key triggers behind the rally was renewed optimism around a possible US-Iran peace agreement. US President Donald Trump said Washington and Iran had “largely negotiated” a memorandum of understanding that could effectively reopen the Strait of Hormuz. However, he later added that he had asked his representatives not to rush into any agreement.

According to CBS News, negotiators from both sides have agreed on the broad principles of the proposed deal, citing a senior Trump administration official. These developments raised hopes that tensions in the region may ease sooner than expected, improving sentiment across global equity markets.

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Crude Oil Prices Fall Below $100 Per Barrel

Crude oil prices declined sharply after hopes of a possible US-Iran peace deal gained traction. Brent crude futures fell more than 5% to trade near $98 per barrel, while WTI crude futures dropped nearly 6% to around $91.30 per barrel on Monday morning.

The fall in crude prices is particularly positive for India, which is a major importer of oil. Lower crude prices can help ease inflation pressure, reduce the import bill and support corporate margins in sectors such as paints, chemicals, aviation, logistics and consumer goods.

The optimism also stems from expectations that normal traffic may resume through the Strait of Hormuz. The narrow 33-kilometre waterway connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and handles more than 20% of the world’s daily oil and gas shipments.

Rupee Strengthens Against US Dollar

The Indian rupee also supported market sentiment. The currency opened 0.37% higher at a two-week high of 95.34 against the US dollar, compared with its previous close of 95.69.

This recovery came after the rupee had slipped to fresh lifetime lows last week. A stronger rupee usually helps reduce imported inflation and improves confidence among foreign investors, especially at a time when crude oil prices are also easing.

Bond Yields Cool from Recent Highs

Bond yields also eased after touching multi-year highs last week. The benchmark 10-year US Treasury yield declined to 4.558%, while the 30-year Treasury yield slipped to 5.064%.

Lower bond yields often improve the relative appeal of equities. When yields cool, investors tend to reassess risk assets, especially in emerging markets such as India, where growth prospects remain comparatively strong.

Global Markets Rally on Improved Risk Appetite

Positive global cues further added strength to domestic equities. Asian markets traded higher as investors reacted to easing geopolitical concerns and falling crude oil prices.

Japan’s Nikkei surged around 3% and crossed the 65,000 level for the first time on Monday morning. China’s Shanghai Composite gained nearly 1%, while the Taiwan Weighted index rallied more than 3%.

The global rally helped Indian equities extend gains, with broader market participation suggesting that the upmove was not limited to a few heavyweight stocks.

Source: Dalal Street Investment Journal (DSIJ), Economic Times, NSE, Moneycontrol

About the Author

SEBI Registered Research Analyst (INH000006396).


Founded in 1986, Dalal Street Investment Journal (DSIJ) brings decades of experience in India’s equity markets. DSIJ's research combines fundamental analysis with price action, guided by disciplined risk management and capital preservation. They follow a structured, data-driven approach designed to help investors and traders make informed decisions beyond short-term market noise. 

Published Date : 25 May 2026

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This article is for educational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market investments are subject to risks. DSIJ Wealth Advisory Private Limited is a SEBI-registered Research Analyst (Reg. No: INH000006396) and Investment Adviser (Reg. No: INA000001142). Please consult your financial adviser before investing. 

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