There was, however, a mixed trend overseas after US President Donald Trump dashed hopes of a pre-election stimulus package. : The benchmark indices ticked higher for the fifth straight session on Wednesday, following gains in RIL as well as banking and IT stocks. There was, however, a mixed trend overseas after US President Donald Trump dashed hopes of a pre-election stimulus package. After opening on a weak footing, the Sensex gained ground to close up 304.38 points or 0.77 per cent at 39,878.95.