- The BSE Sensex closed up 0.28% while the Nifty closed up 0.31% led by gains in telecom and energy stocks. Most other indices closed flat or down marginally.
- In company news, Tata Motors acquired British performance vehicles maker Bowler. Yes Bank's credit rating was downgraded and JK Paper's rating was upgraded.
- Technically, Nifty and Bank Nifty futures were recommended for buy positions based on bullish signals and closing near daily highs. Indiabulls was recommended for a sell position based on bearish signals like a doji pattern.