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Indian Markets Rally 2% on Easing Mideast Tensions; Banks Lead

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Key Highlights

Indian markets Nifty & Sensex jump 2% as U.S.-Iran tensions ease. Banking and financial stocks lead the broad-based rally, boosted by positive geopolitical sentiment and strong bank credit growth.

Indian equity benchmarks Nifty and Sensex surged around 2% on Friday, fueled by easing geopolitical tensions between the U.S. and Iran.

Market Rally Drivers

Markets made a gap-opening and extended gains throughout the session, supported by broad-based buying across sectors.

  • Banking and financial stocks spearheaded the advance, leading the overall market rally.
  • Bank credit reported over 17% growth in May, providing additional support to traders.

Geopolitical Boost

The positive sentiment followed U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement that Washington reached a framework agreement with Iran, raising hopes for a resolution to the Middle East conflict.

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