Stock market news, Sept. 14 -- The benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, experienced significant gains on Friday, following a global market upswing driven by increasing speculation that the US Federal Reserve will reduce interest rates next week. Increased optimism regarding the successful completion of trade discussions between India and the US has also contributed to the market surge.

For the fifth consecutive day, the 30-share Sensex rose by 355.97 points, or 0.44 percent, concluding at 81,904.70. At its peak during the day, it soared by 444.12 points, or 0.54 percent, reaching 81,992.85.

The 50-share Nifty 50 increased by 108.50 points, or 0.43 percent, to close at 25,114, marking its eighth consecutive day of growth.

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