Mumbai, Nov. 20 -- The headline equity indices ended the day with substantial gains, extending their rally for the second consecutive session. Investor sentiment was buoyed by positive global cues after AI leader Nvidia reported robust earnings, along with steady FII inflows into domestic markets. Market volatility was observed due to the weekly expiry of the Sensex derivatives, but both the Sensex and Nifty managed to hit 52-week highs during the session. However, investors remain cautious, keeping a close eye on movements in crude oil prices and other global developments that could influence market direction in the near term. The Nifty ended above the 26,150 mark.

Financial services, oil & gas and auto shares advanced, while Media, PSU...