Stock market today, Oct. 30 -- The domestic benchmark indices, Nifty 50 and Sensex, ended higher on Wednesday, mirroring global market gains ahead of the US Federal Reserve's interest rate announcement.

The Nifty 50 rose 0.45% to 26,053.9, while the Sensex advanced 0.44% to 84,997.13, with both indices finishing less than 1% below their record highs from September 2024.

"Markets edged higher on Wednesday, gaining nearly half a percent amid upbeat global cues. Investor sentiment remained supported by expectations of a potential U.S. Federal Reserve rate cut and encouraging updates on possible trade deals. After a positive start, the Nifty 50 gradually moved higher throughout the session and closed at 26,053.90. Sectorally, all major indi...