Sensex opens at record high, Nifty within touching distance of 25,000

Benchmark stock market indices opened Monday’s trading session on a positive note, tracking positive developments in the US economy and sustained Q1 results momentum.

The S&P BSE Sensex touched an all-time high of 81,720.25 at the opening bell, while the NSE Nifty50 rose to 24,980.45. There are strong chances that the Nifty50 may cross the 25,000 milestone during intraday trade today.