Equities advance for a second week as currency pressure deepens

India’s market posted gains for the second consecutive week, supported by sustained investor interest across key sectors despite broader global volatility. Benchmark indices strengthened as domestic flows remained resilient, even as the rupee touched a fresh record low amid persistent external pressures. Traders are assessing how currency weakness, foreign fund activity, and upcoming macro data could shape short-term sentiment while monitoring potential policy signals to stabilise financial conditions.