Mumbai, Jan. 31 -- The Indian stock markets ended higher for the fourth trading session, as the investor's sentiment is driven by the optimism from the upcoming Union Budget 2025-26.

At the end of the trading, the Nifty 50 was up 258.90 points or 1.11 per cent, at 23,508.40; on the other hand, the BSE Sensex was up 740.76 points or 0.97 per cent, at 77,500.57.

According to the market experts, the investor's sentiments will be influenced by the budget announcements in the coming days. The experts noted that the investors will be keenly watching the growth-stimulating initiatives like cuts in personal income tax, etc., in the budget announcements.

The market participants were watchful of the economic survey presented in the Parliament. ...