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Benchmark stock market indices, the S&P BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty 50 opened higher on Wednesday. Here are some stocks that are likely to be in focus.

Benchmark stock market indices inched higher after opening flat on Wednesday. The S&P BSE Sensex was trading nearly 150 points higher at 61,496 at 9:55 am, while the NSE Nifty 50 was up 0.24 per cent at 18,312.60.

Investors remain optimistic despite weak global cues as many companies are reporting strong second quarter results.