What are the factors that move index prices?

Stock market index prices are affected by changes in stock prices, economic conditions, government policies, and investor sentiment.

What is Nifty and Sensex?

Nifty and Sensex are two of the most widely followed Share Market Indices in India. Nifty represents leading companies listed on the NSE, while Sensex tracks major companies listed on the BSE and reflects overall market performance.

Which are the top indices in BSE?

Some of the most tracked Indices on the BSE include Sensex, BSE 100, BSE 200, BSE MidCap, and BSE SmallCap. All indices help investors analyse different market segments and investment opportunities.

Which are the top indices in NSE?

Some of the most popular NSE indices include Nifty 50, Nifty Next 50, Nifty Bank, Nifty Midcap 100, and Nifty Smallcap 100. You can view all indices on the NSE to track the performance of different market segments and sectors.

Which are the oldest indices in India?

Sensex, launched in 1986, is among the oldest Share Market Indices in India.

What are indices used for?

Share market indices are used to measure market performance, compare investment returns, identify trends, and build investment strategies. They are also widely used as benchmarks for mutual funds, ETFs, and other investment products.

Share Market Indices

As on 18 Aug 2026 at 17:25 IST

Track major Share Market Indices in one place with InCred Money. A stock market index measures the performance of a group of stocks and helps investors understand overall market trends.


Nifty 5018 Aug 2026	24,154.90	₹132.75(0.55%)	24,269.65	24,154.90	24,223.85	24,287.65
BSE Sensex18 Aug 2026	77,235.46	₹492.70(0.63%)	77,575.21	77,234.36	77,418.97	77,728.16
Nifty Next 5018 Aug 2026	74,308.90	₹165.20(0.22%)	74,623.80	74,285.05	74,406.15	74,474.10
Nifty 10018 Aug 2026	25,333.65	₹123.65(0.49%)	25,442.90	25,332.15	25,398.60	25,457.30
Nifty 50018 Aug 2026	23,472.40	₹92.05(0.39%)	23,555.30	23,470.90	23,521.85	23,564.45
Nifty Midcap 15018 Aug 2026	23,364.90	₹90.05(0.38%)	23,458.05	23,350.60	23,436.90	23,454.95
Nifty Smallcap 25018 Aug 2026	18,346.75	₹34.55(0.19%)	18,363.05	18,297.70	18,299.30	18,312.20

Frequently Asked Questions

A stock market index is a group of selected stocks that measures the performance of a particular market or sector.