Mumbai, Nov. 12 -- The domestic equity benchmarks ended with major gains today, extending their winning streak to the third consecutive session. Sentiment remained upbeat on optimism over a potential trade agreement with the U.S. and the reopening of the American government. Investor confidence was further supported by Bihar exit polls indicating a likely victory for the incumbent NDA alliance.

The Nifty settled above the 25,850 mark. IT, auto and consumer durables shares advanced while metal and realty shares declined.

As per provisional closing data, the barometer index, the S&P BSE Sensex, zoomed 595.19 points or 0.71% to 84,466.51. The Nifty 50 index rose 180.85 points or 0.70% to 25,875.80. In three consecutive trading sessions, t...