In early trading, the S&P BSE Sensex surged by 567.35 points (0.73%) to reach 78,678.59, while the Nifty 50 index climbed 156.90 points (0.65%) to 24,388.20. This upward momentum was fueled by decreasing crude oil prices and positive global market trends. The broader market also showed strength, with the BSE 150 MidCap Index up 0.77% and the BSE 250 SmallCap Index rising 0.96%. The market breadth was favorable, with 2,675 shares advancing compared to 648 shares that declined. Notably, foreign portfolio investors bought shares worth ₹666.15 crore, contrasting with domestic institutional investors who sold shares worth ₹568.98 crore on April 15, 2026. HDB Financial Services experienced a significant boost, with a 41.4% year-on-year increase in net profit, attributed to steady loan growth and improved operating efficiency. Meanwhile, Tejas Networks reported a net loss of ₹211.34 crore, reflecting a decline in revenue. Global markets also showed positive signs, with Asian indices rallying, particularly Japan's Nikkei 225, which reached a record high amidst optimism regarding a potential U.S.-Iran deal.