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India Nifty 50 Rises 2.3% on Trade Deal Announcement (BSE:13885, NSE:NIFTY50)

Indian equities surged on February 9, 2026, as the Nifty 50 index closed up 2.3% (BSE:13885, NSE:NIFTY50), following a government announcement of a trade deal extension with a key trading partner. The broader Sensex rose 1.8%. The Reserve Bank of India maintained its accommodative stance, signaling no immediate policy shifts. The trade deal is expected to boost exports and reduce import costs, supporting corporate earnings growth over the next quarter.

EditorJack Lee