Indian benchmark indices fell for the fourth consecutive session on October 1, 2026, pressured by ongoing foreign fund outflows, rising bond yields, and increasing crude oil prices. The 30-share BSE Sensex dropped 570.59 points, or 0.79%, closing at 71,909.70, after hitting an intraday low of 71,292.88, down 1,187.41 points, or 1.63%.
Persistent selling by foreign institutional investors reflected concerns about global economic uncertainties and tighter monetary policies. This broad-based weakness highlighted the sensitivity of Indian equities to global financial trends and overseas capital flows.
Brent crude prices rose sharply by 2.77% to $100.8 per barrel, intensifying worries over inflation, higher corporate costs, and potential impacts on economic growth. Elevated bond yields worldwide also dampened appetite for riskier assets, prompting cautious investor behavior.
Despite some support from domestic institutional buyers, which helped the Sensex recover from its intraday low, the market remained under pressure and closed in negative territory for the fourth straight day.
