Sensex jumps 800 points: Reliance, HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank power Indian stock market ahead of Q1 results 2026

Sensex jumped over 800 points on Friday, 17 July, as Reliance, HDFC Bank, and ICICI Bank powered the market ahead of Q1 results. While benchmark indices rose, mid and small-cap segments fell amid global tensions. Experts said, "Lower bond yields are expected to support treasury gains and overall earnings" for banks.