Stock market today, Nov. 18 -- The Indian stock market saw strong, broad-based buying on Monday, November 17, despite weak global signals. Positive Q2 results and hopes of an India-US trade agreement boosted investor confidence.

Marking its sixth straight day of gains, the Sensex climbed 388 points, or 0.46%, to finish at 84,950.95. Meanwhile, the Nifty 50 advanced 103 points, or 0.40%, closing at 26,013.45.

" The market has maintained its positive momentum, hovering near the key psychological level of 26,000, as investors anticipate a strong catalyst for further upward movement. A potential trade deal remains a crucial trigger that participants are closely monitoring. Currently, the risk-reward ratio is largely favorable, bolstered by ...