FM Sitharaman's LTCG tax remarks lift Sensex by 1,100 points. Can markets hope for a review?
Sitharaman’s LTCG Remarks Spark 1,100-Point Sensex Surge The Sensex jumped 1,100 points after remarks by FM Sitharaman on long-term capital gains tax, putting the issue ...
By IGR Desk•Published Oct 13, 2026, 11:34 AM
Source: Economic Times
The Sensex jumped 1,100 points after remarks by FM Sitharaman on long-term capital gains tax, putting the issue back in focus for market participants.
Market reaction
The sharp move links the day’s gains to the Finance Minister’s comments on LTCG tax. The supplied report does not provide details of the remarks or identify the specific sectors and stocks that drove the advance.
Review question remains open
The rally has raised the question of whether markets can expect a review of the long-term capital gains tax framework. However, the available information does not confirm that any review has been announced.
For now, the clearest reported outcome is the immediate market response: a 1,100-point rise in the Sensex following Sitharaman’s LTCG-related remarks.