Stock market news, Nov. 27 -- Indian stocks finished higher on Wednesday, backed by widespread buying in energy, financials, metals, and key large cap shares.

Positive global indicators and a decline in crude oil prices boosted investor confidence, allowing the Nifty 50 to close over 26,200 and driving the Sensex closer to the 85,600 mark by the end of the day.

Experts indicate that optimism surrounding a possible interest rate cut by the US Fed has contributed to the positive sentiment. Market participation has expanded beyond defensive sectors, with cyclical sectors such as metals and banks driving the gains, reflecting a stronger risk appetite.

Abhinav Tiwari, a Research Analyst at Bonanza, mentioned that in the short term, the mark...