Mumbai, Oct. 17 -- The key equity benchmarks ended with robust gains, extending their winning streak for the third consecutive week. The rally was supported by upbeat Q2 corporate earnings and encouraging economic data. The market advanced in three out of five trading sessions during the week. Going ahead, traders will focus on the upcoming Q2 results from Reliance Industries, Bharti Airtel, HDFC Bank, and ICICI Bank. Additionally, investors will keep a close watch on global cues, Brent crude oil prices, and key economic indicators for further direction.

In the week ended on Friday, 17 October 2025, the S&P BSE Sensex advanced 1,625.14 points or 1.97% to settle at 83,952.19. The Nifty 50 index added 482.50 points or 1.91% to settle at 25...