Nifty crosses 26000 again on India-US deal hopes, global cues; investors gain ₹2 lakh crore.

• Nifty crossed the 26,000 mark again, leading to a gain of over 2 lakh crore rupees in market capitalization for listed companies.
• Hopes for an India-US trade deal improved market sentiment following a phone call between PM Modi and President Trump.
• Positive global market signals, including gains in Asian and US markets, contributed to the domestic market's rise.
• Heavyweight stocks and the metal sector saw significant gains, with Hindalco, Tata Steel, JSW Steel, RIL, and TCS performing well.

Why It Matters: Nifty's rally means investors gained ₹2 lakh crore, reflecting strong market confidence.