Sensex trading flat in afternoon tradeSeptember 25th, 2009 MUMBAI - A key index of the Indian equities markets was trading flat a little after Friday noon while sentiments remained subdued at other Asian markets. At 12.25 p.m., the sensitive index (Sensex) of the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), which opened lower at 16,679.99 points, was ruling at 16,746.59 points, 34.84 points or 0.21 percent lower than Thursday's close of 16,781.43 points.
Asian markets narrowly higher amid optimism region is leading global recoverySeptember 22nd, 2009 Asian markets higher amid recovery optimismHONG KONG — Asian stock markets were narrowly higher Tuesday amid optimism the region's economies can help lead a global recovery. Most markets gained in lackluster trade, with Japan and a couple other countries' bourses closed for holidays.
Trading at Indian equities markets subduedSeptember 9th, 2009 MUMBAI - Indian equities markets were trading on a dull note around noon Wednesday, with a key index 41 points above its last closing figure. At 12.02 p.m., the sensitive index (Sensex) of the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), which opened lower at 16,111.09 points against Tuesday's close at 16,123.67 points, was ruling 41.35 points or 0.26 percent higher at 16,165.02 points.
Friday rally cuts week's losses, Sensex 290 points up (Roundup)September 4th, 2009 MUMBAI - A key index of the Indian equities markets soared 290 points Friday, helping to cut the week's losses after it fell for four consecutive days since Monday. The 30-scrip sensitive index (Sensex) of the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), which opened at 15,425.86 points, ended at 15,689.12 points, up 290.79 points or 1.89 percent.
Sensex trading dull, weak Asian cues dampen sentimentsSeptember 2nd, 2009 MUMBAI - Depressed cues from Asian markets continued to impact Indian equities Wednesday with a key index trading on a dull note after having opened lower. At 11.08 a.m., the 30-scrip benchmark index of the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), the Sensex, which opened weak at 15,482.05 points, was at 15,517.14 points -- 34.05 points or 0.22 percent lower than Tuesday's close.
Sensex extends gains, up 2 percentAugust 20th, 2009 MUMBAI - A key index of the Indian equities markets extended its gains a little before Thursday noon, even as other key Asian indices climbed into the green after a dismal show Wednesday. At 11.33 a.m., the 30-scrip benchmark index of the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), the Sensex, which had opened higher at 14,990.05 points, was ruling to 15,107.73 points -- 298.09 points or 2.01 percent higher than Wednesday's close.
Asian markets fall sharply as investors take profits from rally; Shanghai dives 4.3 percentAugust 19th, 2009 Asian stocks fall sharply as China market unravelsHONG KONG — Most Asian stock markets dropped sharply Wednesday, with Shanghai's index tumbling as much as 5 percent, amid concerns the recent rally was petering out. Regional markets were modestly higher through the morning in lethargic trade before getting whacked later in the day.
Asian stock markets mostly higher in cautious trade, but Shanghai shares fall modestlyAugust 19th, 2009 Asia stock markets mostly higher in cautious tradeHONG KONG — Most Asian stock markets drifted higher Wednesday, but many investors held back for clues to whether the recent rally would resume or continue to peter out. Several major markets — including China, Japan and Hong Kong — fluctuated in thin, lethargic trade that bucked an overnight rebound on Wall Street.
Asian stock markets mixed and Europe higher after sell-off; Shanghai rebounds over 1 pctAugust 18th, 2009 Asian stocks mixed, Europe higher after sell-offHONG KONG — Asian stock markets were mixed during a volatile session Tuesday a day after selling off amid deep-set worries about the pace of economic recovery. European shares opened higher.
Asian stock markets trade mixed in volatile session; Shanghai rebounds nearly 2 percentAugust 18th, 2009 Asia stocks mixed after sell-off; China up 2 pctHONG KONG — Asian stock markets were mixed during a volatile session Tuesday a day after selling off amid deep-set worries about the pace of economic recovery. Shanghai's market rebounded nearly 2 percent, though seesawed early in the day after tumbling nearly 6 percent the previous session to its worst finish in two months.
Asian markets rise modestly on optimism about China, but European markets open lowerJune 22nd, 2009 Asian markets rise on China hopes, Europe slidesBEIJING — Asian stock markets rose for a second session Monday amid optimism about China after the Chinese premier said the economy was improving. But European markets opened lower.
Asian markets rise amid optimism about China; Hang Seng jumps more than 2 percentJune 22nd, 2009 Asian markets rise on optimism about ChinaBEIJING — Asian stock markets rose for a second session Monday, with Hong Kong's benchmark spiking more than 2 percent, amid optimism about China after the Chinese premier said the economy was improving. Still, that optimism was tempered by unease about the U.S.
Asia stock markets mixed amid caution ahead of key US jobs report; oil prices above $69June 5th, 2009 Asian stocks mixed ahead of US jobs reportHONG KONG — Asian stock markets were mixed Friday as investors tread cautiously ahead of a key U.S. jobs report that could bring more signs of recovery — or weakness — in the world's largest economy.
Markets close marginally lower after volatile tradeFebruary 17th, 2009 MUMBAI - Indian equities ended trade in the red after a volatile session Wednesday, but managed to limit losses compared to other Asian markets. A key index lost 0.22 percent over its previous close.
Markets continue to fall amid profit bookingDecember 22nd, 2008 MUMBAI - Indian equities markets continued their downward slide Tuesday amid heavy selling, with a key index trading 2.66 percent down around 2 p.m. from its previous close.