Stock Market Today, 3 September 2026: Sensex, Nifty Rise
Introduction
The Indian stock market today traded modestly higher on Thursday, 3 September 2026, as gains in banks, metals and realty outweighed continued weakness in IT shares. At 10:47 AM IST, the Sensex was up 170.68 points at 76,741.03, while the Nifty 50 gained 53.35 points to 23,967.80.
The benchmarks had risen more strongly earlier, with Nifty briefly reclaiming 24,000, but some gains faded before 11 AM. Softer crude oil, positive global markets, a stronger rupee and heavy institutional buying in the previous session supported sentiment, while elevated oil prices and the US-Iran conflict kept investors cautious.
Sensex and Nifty Today
Sensex today opened at 76,724.95, up 154.60 points from Wednesday’s close. The Nifty today began at 23,997.95, up 83.50 points, and crossed 24,000 during the first hour before slipping below that level.
At 10:47 AM, the Sensex traded at 76,741.03, up 0.22%, and the Nifty stood at 23,967.80, also up 0.22%. Market breadth remained strong, with 2,356 shares advancing, 1,182 declining and 176 unchanged.
Bank Nifty was the strongest major index, rising about 0.90% to 57,687.80 in the latest reported sector snapshot. India VIX fell 3.54% to 11.18 at 10:44 AM, suggesting that traders expected less short-term volatility than in the previous session.
Market snapshot
| Indicator | Latest reported level | Change |
|---|---|---|
| Sensex | 76,741.03 | +170.68, +0.22% |
| Nifty 50 | 23,967.80 | +53.35, +0.22% |
| Bank Nifty | 57,687.80* | +0.90%* |
| India VIX | 11.18** | -0.41, -3.54%** |
| Nifty Midcap 150 | 23,191.10* | +0.33%* |
| Nifty Smallcap 100 | 20,025.95* | +1.08%* |
| USD/INR | Around ₹94.26 per dollar | Rupee stronger |
| Brent crude | Around $95.25 per barrel | About -0.4% |
Sensex and Nifty levels are from 10:47 AM IST. Bank Nifty and broader-index levels are from a slightly earlier morning snapshot. India VIX was updated at 10:44 AM. Intraday values can change before the close.
Why Is the Stock Market Up Today?
Banks lead the rebound
Buying in ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, Axis Bank and State Bank of India supported both benchmarks. Bank Nifty rose close to 1%, while the Nifty Financial Services index also gained around 1%.
Banking shares benefited from a stronger rupee, foreign fund inflows and improved liquidity expectations. ICICI Bank also remained in focus after increasing its holding in ICICI Prudential Life Insurance.
Crude oil eases from recent highs
Brent crude slipped about 0.4% to $95.26 a barrel, while WTI traded near $90.84. The decline was small, and oil remained expensive, but it provided some relief after a sharp three-day rise.
Lower crude generally supports Indian equities because India imports most of its oil. It can reduce pressure on inflation, the rupee, the import bill and fuel-sensitive companies.
Foreign and domestic institutions bought heavily
Foreign institutional investors purchased a net ₹6,688.37 crore of Indian equities on 2 September. Domestic institutional investors were also net buyers at ₹2,812.98 crore.
The combined provisional inflow was about ₹9,501 crore. This strong institutional support helped improve sentiment despite Wednesday’s decline in the headline indices.
Global equities recover
Wall Street ended higher on Wednesday after three declining sessions. The Dow Jones gained about 0.56%, the S&P 500 rose 0.46%, and the Nasdaq Composite advanced around 0.45%. AI-linked technology shares contributed to the rebound.
Asian markets were also mostly positive on Thursday. South Korea’s Kospi gained around 1.4% to 1.6%, Japan’s Nikkei was slightly higher, and several other regional markets advanced. The US 10-year Treasury yield eased towards 4.77%, providing some relief after its recent rise.
Stronger rupee adds support
The Indian rupee strengthened to around ₹94.26 per US dollar in early trade. Record mobilisation through foreign-currency non-resident bank deposits improved foreign-exchange liquidity and supported the currency.
IT shares limit the upside
The recovery was not broad across every large sector. Nifty IT fell more than 1%, with Tech Mahindra, HCL Technologies, Infosys and TCS among the main Nifty 50 losers.
This explains why Sensex and Nifty came off their early highs even as banks and realty shares remained firm.
Sector Performance Today
Realty, PSU banks, private banks and financial services led the morning gains. IT was the weakest major sector, while FMCG and pharma also traded lower.
| Sectoral index | Morning change |
|---|---|
| Nifty Realty | +2.98% |
| Nifty PSU Bank | +1.29% |
| Nifty Private Bank | +1.12% |
| Nifty Financial Services | +1.00% |
| Bank Nifty | +0.90% |
| Nifty Media | +0.83% |
| Nifty Services | +0.64% |
| Nifty Metal | +0.49% |
| Nifty Energy | +0.45% |
| Nifty PSE | +0.29% |
| Nifty Auto | -0.18% |
| Nifty Pharma | -0.31% |
| Nifty FMCG | -0.44% |
| Nifty IT | -1.05% |
Within realty, Anant Raj rose more than 6%, while Brigade Enterprises, Aditya Birla Real Estate, Godrej Properties and Lodha Developers also gained.
Top Gainers and Losers
Top Nifty 50 gainers
| Stock | Morning price | Intraday change |
|---|---|---|
| Adani Ports | ₹1,703.50 | +1.84% |
| Tata Steel | ₹186.76 | +1.58% |
| Coal India | ₹423.40 | +1.33% |
| ICICI Bank | ₹1,445.10 | +1.30% |
| JSW Steel | ₹1,321.80 | +1.21% |
Top Nifty 50 losers
| Stock | Morning price | Intraday change |
|---|---|---|
| Tech Mahindra | ₹1,594.80 | -1.74% |
| HCL Technologies | ₹1,312.50 | -1.43% |
| Infosys | ₹1,126.90 | -1.15% |
| TCS | ₹2,324.00 | -1.02% |
| Titan Company | ₹5,023.50 | -1.00% |
These were the latest available morning prices when reported and can change through the session.
Stocks in Focus Today
Adani Ports: The stock led Nifty gainers. The company reported its highest-ever monthly cargo throughput in August, supporting interest in the shares.
ICICI Bank: The bank acquired an additional 2% stake in ICICI Prudential Life Insurance for around ₹1,470 crore, increasing its holding in the insurance company.
HUDCO: Shares gained after the company signed an agreement with the Bihar government to provide up to ₹25,000 crore over five years for industrial infrastructure and land acquisition.
Power Grid: The company received a letter of intent for a Rajasthan renewable-energy-zone transmission project. The quoted annual transmission charges are approximately ₹3,244.33 crore.
Hexaware Technologies: Shares fell after the company announced that CEO Srikrishna Ramakarthikeyan would step down on 28 October. Vivek Jetley has been appointed CEO-designate, while Ramakarthikeyan will continue as a senior adviser during the transition.
Lumino Industries: The stock listed at ₹110 on NSE, a premium of 34.15% to its IPO price of ₹82. It debuted at ₹109 on BSE.
Meesho: The stock was in focus amid a reported block deal involving a possible sale of around seven crore shares by a SoftBank entity. The reported floor price was ₹205 per share.
Page Industries: The company received a Dubai court notice concerning a claim of AED 113.5 million, plus interest, related to a former distribution arrangement.
What Happened in the Previous Session?
On Wednesday, 2 September, the Sensex fell 373.93 points, or 0.49%, to 76,570.35. The Nifty 50 declined 141.35 points, or 0.59%, to 23,914.45.
Bank Nifty lost 237.60 points, or 0.41%, to close at 57,172. India VIX ended at 11.59 after moving between 10.55 and 12.11 during a volatile session.
The market opened sharply lower as US-Iran tensions pushed Brent crude towards $96 and global bond yields rose. Sensex dropped more than 800 points intraday, while Nifty touched 23,786.80. Both indices recovered part of the decline before the close.
Auto was the weakest major sector, falling 1.79%, while Nifty IT declined 1.25%. Energy and realty shares outperformed. Adani Ports, Power Grid, NTPC and Bajaj Finserv were among the gainers, while Asian Paints, HDFC Bank, M&M and HCL Technologies were notable losers.
What Should Investors Watch Today?
Nifty around the 24,000 hurdle
Nifty briefly crossed 24,000 but could not hold the level through the morning. The 24,000 to 24,030 area is the first hurdle, followed by stronger resistance near 24,150 to 24,200.
Support is placed around 23,850 to 23,800. A sustained fall below 23,800 could reopen the path towards 23,600. These are reference zones, not guaranteed targets.
Bank Nifty near 57,700 resistance
Bank Nifty is testing the 57,700 to 58,000 resistance region. Holding above 57,700 could strengthen the recovery, while failure to sustain may lead to consolidation.
Immediate support is near 57,300 and 57,000, followed by 56,800.
Oil and geopolitical developments
Brent remains near $95 despite Thursday’s small decline. Any renewed escalation involving the US, Iran or the Strait of Hormuz could quickly reverse the improvement in sentiment.
US jobs data and bond yields
The US employment report due on Friday, 4 September, could influence expectations for the Federal Reserve’s September policy decision. The US 10-year yield near 4.77% remains an important global risk indicator.
Institutional flows and the rupee
Markets will watch whether FIIs remain buyers after investing ₹6,688 crore on Wednesday. The rupee’s ability to retain its early gains may also affect banks, import-sensitive companies and foreign-investor sentiment.
There is no NSE or BSE market holiday on 3 September 2026. Normal equity trading is scheduled. Thursday is the weekly expiry day for BSE Sensex derivatives, which may increase index-related volatility later in the session. The next scheduled capital-market holiday is Ganesh Chaturthi on 14 September.
Stock Market Outlook
The short-term tone is cautiously positive. Strong market breadth, gains in banks and realty, institutional inflows and a lower India VIX support the recovery. However, Nifty’s inability to remain above 24,000 shows that selling pressure has not disappeared.
Holding above 23,850 to 23,800 may keep the rebound intact. A sustained move above 24,030 would be an initial sign of strength, while 24,150 to 24,200 remains the more important resistance zone.
The outlook could change quickly if crude resumes its rise or geopolitical tensions worsen. Broader participation from IT, FMCG and auto shares would make the recovery more convincing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is the Indian stock market rising today?
The market is rising because banks and realty shares gained, crude oil eased slightly, global equities recovered, the rupee strengthened and FIIs and DIIs bought heavily in the previous session.
What is the Sensex level today?
At 10:47 AM IST on 3 September 2026, the Sensex traded at 76,741.03, up 170.68 points or 0.22%.
What is the Nifty level today?
At 10:47 AM, the Nifty 50 stood at 23,967.80, up 53.35 points or 0.22%.
How is Bank Nifty performing today?
Bank Nifty gained around 0.90% to approximately 57,687.80 in the latest reported morning snapshot. ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank and Axis Bank supported the index.
Why is India VIX falling today?
India VIX fell as global markets recovered, crude eased slightly and domestic market breadth improved. The decline suggests lower expected short-term volatility compared with Wednesday.
Which sectors are performing best today?
Realty, PSU banks, private banks and financial services were the strongest major sectors. IT was the main laggard.
Which Nifty 50 stocks are gaining today?
Adani Ports, Tata Steel, Coal India, ICICI Bank and JSW Steel were the top reported Nifty 50 gainers during the morning session.
What are the important Nifty levels today?
Support is near 23,850 to 23,800. Resistance is near 24,000 to 24,030 and then 24,150 to 24,200.
Is the stock market open on 3 September 2026?
Yes. NSE and BSE are open for normal trading. BSE Sensex weekly derivative contracts are scheduled to expire on Thursday.
Key Takeaways
- Sensex gained 170.68 points to 76,741.03 at 10:47 AM.
- Nifty rose 53.35 points to 23,967.80 but slipped below 24,000 after an early advance.
- Bank Nifty gained about 0.90% and led the major indices.
- India VIX fell 3.54% to 11.18 at 10:44 AM.
- Realty, PSU banks and private banks led sector gains.
- IT shares remained weak and limited the benchmark recovery.
- FIIs bought ₹6,688.37 crore and DIIs bought ₹2,812.98 crore on Wednesday.
- Brent crude eased slightly but remained elevated near $95.25.
- Nifty’s 23,800 support and 24,150 to 24,200 resistance are the key zones to watch.
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