Economy
Sensex Faces Volatility During Closing Auction Session
The Times of India1h
THE BRIEF
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The BSE Sensex experienced significant price fluctuations during the closing auction session on August 27, 2026, coinciding with the monthly expiry of Futures and Options (F&O) contracts.
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Market participants observed wild swings in index values as traders squared off positions, a common occurrence during the final minutes of trading on the last Thursday of the month.
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The volatility highlights the impact of derivative expiry cycles on market stability, as institutional and retail investors adjusted their portfolios before the market closed for the day.