Nifty below 26,000 level; realty shares slides; VIX jumps 5.87%

The domestic equity benchmarks traded with major losses in morning trade amid escalating tensions in the Middle East. Israels ongoing attacks on Lebanon have heightened geopolitical uncertainty. The Nifty traded below the 26,000 level. Realty shares extended losses for the two consecutive trading sessions.
Investors are also eyeing a busy week of US economic data, culminating in the November jobs report, which could heavilty influence the Feds decision on interest rate cuts.

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Share Markets Live: Sensex Climbs Closer To 40,000; Nifty Crosses 12,000

Markets Live: Sensex hits 40,000, Nifty crosses 12,000 as NDA leads in over 300 seats

Election Result 2019: Early Trends Show BJP Well Ahead Counting so far has shown Modi’s BJP and its partners are continuing to expand the lead over opponents. Modi himself is leading at his Varanasi seat in Uttar Pradesh, reports Bloomberg News, while Rahul Gandhi is leading at both Wayanad and Amethi. The ruling alliance is ahead in over 325 seats while the main opposition Congress.

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