The benchmark domestic equity indices today ended the week’s last trading session on a strong note, extending their winning streak for the fifth straight session amid buying across most sectors and renewed optimism over easing foreign selling. The broader market indices at the BSE also logged gains. The 30-share index at the Bombay Stock Exchange, Sensex, advanced 557 points to close at 76,905.

The National Stock Exchange Nifty-50 rose 160 points to settle at 23,350. In the Forex market, the rupee today strengthened by 39 paise to close at 85 rupees and 98 paise against the US dollar. In the Indian Bullion Market, 24 Karat Gold was trading at 88,650 rupees per 10 grams, while Silver 999 Fine was trading at 98,630 rupees per kilogram a short while ago. Brent Crude was trading at 71 dollars and 59 cents per barrel. WTI Crude was trading at 67 dollars and 76 cents per barrel when reports last came in.