{"id":840,"date":"2023-01-02T05:16:40","date_gmt":"2023-01-02T05:16:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/?p=840"},"modified":"2025-09-26T12:58:18","modified_gmt":"2025-09-26T12:58:18","slug":"nifty-and-sensex-explained","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/nifty-and-sensex-explained\/","title":{"rendered":"NIFTY and SENSEX- Explained"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_87 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-custom ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\"><\/p>\n<\/div><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/nifty-and-sensex-explained\/#What_is_a_Stock_Market_Index\" >What is a Stock Market Index?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/nifty-and-sensex-explained\/#Understanding_NIFTY_and_NIFTY_Index\" >Understanding NIFTY and NIFTY Index<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/nifty-and-sensex-explained\/#Why_is_NIFTY_Index_called_NIFTY_50\" >Why is NIFTY Index called NIFTY 50?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/nifty-and-sensex-explained\/#How_is_NIFTY_calculated\" >How is NIFTY calculated?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-6' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-6'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-6' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-6'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-6' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-6'><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-6' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-6'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/nifty-and-sensex-explained\/#HERE-_Take_a_look_at_our_Guide_to_invest_in_NIFTY\" >HERE- Take a look at our Guide to invest in NIFTY<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/nifty-and-sensex-explained\/#Minimum_Amount_to_Invest_in_the_Nifty\" >Minimum Amount to Invest in the Nifty<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/nifty-and-sensex-explained\/#What_is_Sensex_How_does_it_work\" >What is Sensex? How does it work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/nifty-and-sensex-explained\/#How_to_calculate_the_Sensex_index_for_Indian_stock_market_analysis\" >How to calculate the Sensex index for Indian stock market analysis?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/nifty-and-sensex-explained\/#Factors_affecting_SENSEX_and_How_they_impact_the_Indian_Stock_Market\" >Factors affecting SENSEX and How they impact the Indian Stock Market.<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/nifty-and-sensex-explained\/#Sensex_vs_Nifty\" >Sensex vs Nifty<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/nifty-and-sensex-explained\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/nifty-and-sensex-explained\/#Eager_to_know_more_Check_these_out\" >Eager to know more? Check these out:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br>Before talking about NIFTY and Sensex, let us understand a <strong>Stock Market Index.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-a-stock-market-index\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_a_Stock_Market_Index\"><\/span><strong>What is a Stock Market Index?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A stock market index is a statistical measure of the performance of a group of stocks or a <strong>stock market<\/strong> as a whole. The Nifty 50 and the S&amp;P BSE Sensex are both stock market indexes in India that measure the performance of a selected group of stocks and are widely followed as gauges of the performance of the<strong> Indian stock market<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Nifty<\/strong> and <strong>Sensex<\/strong> are like the pulse of the Indian stock market. They are like barometers that measure the health of the economy by tracking the performance of the top 50 and top 30 <strong>publicly traded companies<\/strong>, respectively. Think of them as the stock market&#8217;s equivalent of a thermometer &#8211; they give you a snapshot of the market&#8217;s temperature at any given moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-understanding-nifty-and-nifty-index\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Understanding_NIFTY_and_NIFTY_Index\"><\/span><strong>Understanding NIFTY and NIFTY Index<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nifty is a <strong>stock market index in India <\/strong>that represents the performance of the top 50 companies listed on the National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE). The NSE publishes the Nifty index, which is calculated using the free-float <strong>market capitalization-weighted methodology<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-is-nifty-index-called-nifty-50\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_is_NIFTY_Index_called_NIFTY_50\"><\/span><strong>Why is NIFTY Index called NIFTY 50?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Nifty index is called Nifty because it represents the performance of the top 50 companies listed on the National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE). The name &#8220;Nifty&#8221; is derived from the combination of the words &#8220;National&#8221; and &#8220;Fifty,&#8221; which refers to the fact that the index represents the top 50 companies listed on the NSE.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The NSE is one of the<strong> leading stock exchanges <\/strong>in India and is known for its transparent and efficient market operations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Nifty index is considered to be a good indicator of the overall performance of the <strong>Indian stock market <\/strong>and is widely followed by investors, market analysts, and the media. It is also used as a benchmark for investment portfolios and <strong>mutual funds<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Nifty index is composed of a diverse range of companies across various sectors of the economy, including finance, banking, technology, healthcare, and consumer goods, among others. An index&#8217;s level represents the total market value of all the stocks in it relative to a particular base period. The index is calculated and published on a real-time basis and is updated continuously throughout the <strong>trading day<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-is-nifty-calculated\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_is_NIFTY_calculated\"><\/span><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/what-is-nifty-how-does-it-work\/\"><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);color:#d79b30\" class=\"has-inline-color\">How is NIFTY calculated<\/mark><\/a>?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the Indian stock market, the Nifty index is calculated using the following formula:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Nifty index = (Total market capitalization of the 50 companies \/ Index divisor) x Base value<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Where:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The total market capitalization of the 50 companies is the sum of the market capitalization of each of the 50 companies included in the index. The market capitalization of a company is calculated by multiplying the price of the <strong>company&#8217;s stock<\/strong> by the number of shares outstanding.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>An <strong>index divisor <\/strong>is a number used to adjust the level of the index to reflect the actual market capitalization of the index. The index divisor is adjusted periodically to ensure that the index level reflects the actual market capitalization of the index.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The<strong> base value <\/strong>is the value of the index relative to a particular base period. The base value is usually set to 1,000 or 100, depending on the level of the index.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But, how do I invest in NIFTY?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h6 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-here-take-a-look-at-our-guide-to-invest-in-nifty\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"HERE-_Take_a_look_at_our_Guide_to_invest_in_NIFTY\"><\/span>HERE- Take a look at our <strong>Guide to invest in NIFTY<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h6>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The first question to address is: <strong>What are the different ways to start investing in NIFTY?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Nifty Index Fund: <\/strong>A Nifty index fund is a type of <strong>mutual fund <\/strong>that tracks the performance of the Nifty index. Nifty index funds aim to replicate the performance of the Nifty index by <strong>investing in the stocks<\/strong> included in the index in the same proportion as the index.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>If you are planning to invest in the Nifty Index Fund, we have some more information for you. Check these out: <\/em><strong><em>Best Nifty Index Funds to Invest.<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Nifty ETFs: Exchange-traded funds (ETFs)<\/strong> that track the Nifty index are another option for<strong> investing in the Nifty<\/strong>. ETFs are traded on stock exchanges and can be bought and sold like individual stocks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nifty Futures and Options: <\/strong>Investors can also trade Nifty futures and options, which are financial instruments that allow investors to speculate on the future direction of the Nifty index.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/34.jpg\" alt=\"Nifty Futures vs Nifty Options\" class=\"wp-image-1940\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"4\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Nifty Future Stocks:<\/strong> They are typically large, well-established companies that are widely followed and traded in the market and represent the top 50 companies listed on the NSE and are chosen based on their market capitalisation and liquidity.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-minimum-amount-to-invest-in-the-nifty\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Minimum_Amount_to_Invest_in_the_Nifty\"><\/span><strong>Minimum Amount to Invest in the Nifty<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The minimum amount required to invest in the Nifty index depends on the investment vehicle you choose. Here are some options for <strong>investing in the Nifty index<\/strong> and the minimum amounts required:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Nifty Index Fund: <\/strong>The minimum investment amount for a Nifty index fund typically ranges from INR 500 to INR 5,000, depending on the fund house and the investment plan. Some fund houses may also have a minimum monthly or quarterly investment amount.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Nifty ETF<\/strong>: The minimum investment amount for a <strong>Nifty ETF <\/strong>depends on the price of the ETF and the<strong> brokerage fees <\/strong>charged by your broker. Typically, the minimum investment amount for an ETF is the price of one unit of the ETF, plus any brokerage fees.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tip:<\/strong> You can save your brokerage fees by trading on <strong>Shoonya App<\/strong>. Our multi-asset trading platform offers <strong>zero-brokerage services<\/strong> for a lifetime.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Nifty Futures<\/strong>: The minimum investment amount for Nifty futures depends on the contract size and the margin requirements set by the exchange. The contract size for Nifty futures is currently INR 50 per index point, and the margin requirements vary depending on the broker and the risk profile of the investor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is a table showing the minimum amounts required to invest in the Nifty index through different investment vehicles:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/35.jpg\" alt=\"minimum amount to invest in the Nifty index\" class=\"wp-image-1941\" style=\"width:631px;height:344px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Note<\/strong>&#8211; It&#8217;s worth noting that the minimum investment amounts shown above are approximate and may vary depending on the fund house, broker, or exchange. It is also advisable to consult with a financial advisor or professional before making any investments.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tip- <\/strong>You can download Shoonya App or check our website to use more than 100 technical indicators that help you check across multiple assets and choose the best one for yourself. Shoonya operates as a <strong>zero-commission trading platform<\/strong> and promises <strong>zero-lifetime brokerage<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-is-sensex-how-does-it-work\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_is_Sensex_How_does_it_work\"><\/span><strong>What is Sensex? How does it work?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The S&amp;P BSE Sensex, also known simply as the Sensex, is a <strong>stock market index <\/strong>in India that represents the performance of the 30 largest and most liquid companies listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE).&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is calculated using the free-float market capitalization-weighted methodology, which means that the level of the index mirrors the <strong>total market value of all the stocks<\/strong> in the index relative to a certain base period, taking into consideration the free float of each stock.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Sensex is named after the <strong>Standard &amp; Poor&#8217;s BSE Sensex<\/strong>, which is an index of the BSE. The name &#8220;Sensex&#8221; is derived from the combination of the words &#8220;sensitivity&#8221; and &#8220;index,&#8221; which reflects the sensitivity of the index to market movements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-calculate-the-sensex-index-for-indian-stock-market-analysis\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_calculate_the_Sensex_index_for_Indian_stock_market_analysis\"><\/span><strong>How to calculate the Sensex index for Indian stock market analysis?<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is the formula for <strong>calculating the Sensex<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sensex = (Sum of the market capitalisation of all stocks in the index) \/ (Index base value) * 100<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this formula,&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">the &#8220;<strong>sum of the market capitalisation of all stocks in the index<\/strong>&#8221; refers to the total market value of all the stocks included in the Sensex, and the &#8220;<strong>index base value<\/strong>&#8221; is a reference value used to calculate the index level.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Sensex is calculated and published on a real-time basis and is updated continuously throughout the<strong> trading day<\/strong> to reflect the changing <strong>market values of the stocks <\/strong>included in the index.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-factors-affecting-sensex-and-how-they-impact-the-indian-stock-market\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Factors_affecting_SENSEX_and_How_they_impact_the_Indian_Stock_Market\"><\/span><strong>Factors affecting SENSEX and How they impact the Indian Stock Market<\/strong>.<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There are several factors that can affect the Sensex, including economic indicators, company-specific news, market sentiment, global economic and political events, and market reforms and regulations.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Economic indicators such as <strong>gross domestic product (GDP) growth<\/strong>, inflation, employment, and interest rates can have a significant impact on the <strong>performance of the stock market <\/strong>and the Sensex.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Company-specific news and developments can also impact the index, as can the overall sentiment of the market and global economic and political events.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Changes in market reforms and regulations can also affect Sensex.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is a table showing different ways to invest in the Sensex, which is a stock market index in India that represents the performance of the 30 largest and most liquid companies listed on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE):<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/36.jpg\" alt=\"ways to invest in the Sensex\" class=\"wp-image-1942\" style=\"width:631px;height:344px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sensex-vs-nifty\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Sensex_vs_Nifty\"><\/span><strong>Sensex vs Nifty<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In addition to their use as benchmarks for investment portfolios and mutual funds, the Sensex and the Nifty are widely followed by investors, market analysts, and the media as gauges of the Indian stock market&#8217;s performance.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let\u2019s talk about some similarities before discussing the <strong>Difference Between Sensex And Nifty.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here are the <strong>points of comparison between the Sensex and the Nifty<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Index base value<\/strong>: The Sensex has a base value of 1978-79, while the Nifty has a base value of 1995. This means that the level of the Sensex is calculated relative to its base value of 1978-79, while the level of the Nifty is calculated relative to its base value of 1995.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Historical performance<\/strong>: The Sensex has been in existence since 1979, while the Nifty has been in existence since 1996. This means that the Sensex has a longer track record of performance than the Nifty.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Market representation:<\/strong> The Sensex is composed of companies listed on the BSE, while the Nifty is composed of companies listed on the NSE. This means that Sensex represents the performance of companies listed on the BSE, while Nifty represents the performance of companies listed on the NSE.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sector representation<\/strong>: The Sensex and the Nifty both cover a broad range of sectors of the economy, but the specific sectors represented in each index may differ. For example, the Sensex may have a greater representation of technology companies, while the Nifty may have a greater representation of energy companies.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here is a comparison of the Sensex and the Nifty in the form of a table:<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1080\" src=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/01\/37.jpg\" alt=\"Sensex vs Nifty\" class=\"wp-image-1943\" style=\"width:631px;height:344px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-faqs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><strong>FAQs<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1700647850689\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I invest directly in Nifty or Sensex?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You can&#8217;t invest directly in these indices, but you can invest in mutual funds and ETFs that mirror their performance.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1700647873670\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Which is better for long-term investment, Nifty or Sensex?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Both have their merits; Nifty offers more diversification, while Sensex focuses on fewer blue-chip stocks. Consider your investment goals.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1700647883647\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How often are Nifty and Sensex rebalanced?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">They are reviewed semi-annually to ensure they reflect the evolving stock market.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1700647895623\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What are the main sectors represented in Nifty and Sensex?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Nifty and Sensex include companies from various sectors, including finance, information technology, healthcare, consumer goods, and more. The sectors may evolve over time to reflect changing market dynamics.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1700647906216\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Do Nifty and Sensex consider corporate actions like stock splits and bonuses?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, corporate actions like stock splits and bonuses are factored into the calculation of Nifty and Sensex to maintain their accuracy and relevance.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1700647920840\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How can I track the real-time performance of Nifty and Sensex?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">You can monitor Nifty and Sensex in real-time through financial news websites, stock market apps, and by watching business news channels.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-eager-to-know-more-check-these-out\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Eager_to_know_more_Check_these_out\"><\/span><strong>Eager to know more? Check these out:<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/shoonya.com\/blog\/sensex-introduction-calculation-and-deciding-process\/\">What is Sensex? 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