New Delhi - India's benchmark Sensex posted a substantial gain of 4.3 per cent in early trade Wednesday on funds and investors buying in blue-chip stocks.

The 30-share sensitive index which lost 176.34 points on Tuesday gained 575.52 points and was trading at 13,925.17.

Buying was seen in automotive, banking, realty, power and capital goods stocks.

Similarly, the broader S&P CNX Nifty of the National Stock Exchange, regained the 4,100 level by gaining 133.80 points to 4122.35 points.

Market analysts said falling crude oil prices and firming global markets had a positive impact on the trading in the domestic bourses. (dpa)