The Indian stock market gained 237 points over the week in reaction to the budget. The Sensex index of the Bombay Stock Exchange closed 237 points higher than the previous week's close. While broader midcap and smallcap indices ended lower for the week, specific companies like Hindalco, Maruti Suzuki, and ICICI Bank saw gains of over 5%. Analysts noted the budget provided a boost in breaking the market out of its sideways movement, but further major rallies were not expected.