GENERAL28 Sept 2026
Why is market down today: Sensex, Nifty fall in Monday trade - Top 3 factors behind plunge | Stock Market News
On Monday, 28 September, Indian markets opened weak. The Nifty 50 fell 0.33% to 23,064.90 and the Sensex dropped 0.22% to 73,734.83, after the longest weekly losing streak since 2020. Rising crude oil prices added pressure. Selling deepened later, with both indices slipping over 1%. If you hold stocks or mutual funds, expect choppy days. Stay with your long-term plan and avoid panic selling.
Key Statutory Highlights
- On 28 September, the Nifty 50 fell 0.33% to 23,064.90 and the Sensex declined 0.22% to 73,734.83 at 9:15 AM IST.
- Both indices fell more than 1% around 9:45 AM, and the Nifty 50 slipped below the 22,900 level for the first time since 7 April.
- Brent crude futures climbed 2% to around $106.50 per barrel, which matters for India as the world's third-largest crude oil importer.
Actionable Advice for Taxpayers / Founders:Review your portfolio calmly and avoid selling in a hurry; if you are unsure how rising oil prices may affect your holdings or business costs, consider speaking with a qualified advisor before making changes.
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