In today's trading session, the market is experiencing a positive momentum, with the Sensex opening 81.30 points higher and currently trading at 82,611.36, reflecting a gain of 219.64 points. This upward trend is notable as the index remains just 4.1% shy of its 52-week high of 85,978.25. The Sensex is trading above its 50-day moving average, which is also positioned above the 200-day moving average, indicating a bullish sentiment among investors.
Small-cap stocks are leading the charge, with the BSE Small Cap index gaining 0.34%. Among the top performers, B P C L stands out as a significant large-cap gainer, while Inventurus Knowledge and G M Breweries are making waves in the mid-cap and small-cap segments, respectively.

The advance-decline ratio across the BSE 500 reflects a healthy market breadth, with 292 advances compared to 204 declines. Out of 37 sectors, 29 are advancing, with the OILGAS sector emerging as the top gainer. This positive market environment suggests a robust interest in equities, driven by various underlying factors that continue to shape investor sentiment.