Domestic equity benchmarks soared to new highs today, buoyed by strong performances from private banks. The Sensex and Nifty both notched record closing levels, with the Nifty breaching the 23,700 mark. Pre-budget optimism and positive monsoon expectations boosted sentiment. However, some profit-taking weighed on realty, metals, and power stocks, highlighting sector rotation as the market navigates its upward climb.
