Indian equity markets ended the trading session marginally lower as investors adopted a cautious stance amid mixed global cues and selective profit-booking.
BSE Sensex: Closed at 84,961.14, slipping slightly from the previous close.
NSE Nifty 50: Ended at 26,140.75, remaining under mild pressure for the third straight session.
Auto, metal and energy stocks witnessed selling pressure, while select IT and consumer names helped limit the downside. Broader markets were mixed, indicating a preference for stock-specific positioning rather than broad-based buying.
Crude Oil & Currency
Crude Oil (Brent): Traded around $60.50 per barrel, largely stable amid global demand concerns.
USD/INR: The rupee hovered near ₹89.85 per US dollar, showing marginal strength during the session.
Outlook
Market participants view the day’s movement as part of a short-term consolidation phase, with investors awaiting clearer global signals and upcoming corporate earnings for fresh directional cues.
