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Diwali 2026 Muhurat Trading: Nifty Gains in 12 of 15 Sessions
Nifty gains in 12 out of 15 Muhurat sessions as Indian markets enter Samvat 2083.
In brief
Nifty gains in 12 out of 15 Muhurat sessions as Indian markets enter Samvat 2083. Indian equities entered Samvat 2083 with Nifty gaining in 12 of 15 past Muhurat sessions amid market recovery and foreign buying. Originally reported by mint.
Muhurat Trading 2026
Indian equities enter Samvat 2083 after six-session market recovery.
Muhurat Trading Sessions
The BSE and NSE will conduct a special one-hour session from 2:20 pm to 3:30 pm on November 8.
Historical Performance
Sensex and Nifty gained on 12 out of 15 past Muhurat sessions.
Past Year Performance
The indices gained 0.1% in 2025, 0.4% in 2024, and 0.5% in 2023.
Historical Gains
The indices surged nearly 6% during Muhurat trading on October 28, 2008.
Market Outlook
Ajit Mishra, SVP of Research at Religare Broking, expects cautious positive market outlook with possible consolidation.
Kotak's Assessment
Uday Kotak noted Indian equities are no longer as expensive as a year ago due to market corrections.
Foreign Investment
Foreign portfolio investments remain at $700 billion outstanding.
Market Conditions
Investors will monitor global technology volatility and geopolitical risks for market sentiment.
What Happens Next
Muhurat trading may be a symbolic start but investors will assess opportunities and risks beyond the session.
The takeaway
Indian equities entered Samvat 2083 with Nifty gaining in 12 of 15 past Muhurat sessions amid market recovery and foreign buying.
