The Indian stock market ended the day in the red, continuing the recent volatility.

Key Index Moves

Nifty 50 : around 23,640 (↓ ~0.9%)

Sensex: fell about 800–900 points during the session
Both indices remained under pressure throughout the day.

Market Trend

Most sectors traded lower, especially Auto, FMCG, and Private Banks.

Market breadth was weak, with more stocks declining than advancing.

Sectors Showing Strength

Energy and power stocks showed some resilience as oil prices surged.

Key Reasons for the Market Fall

Crude oil prices jumped above $100 per barrel, increasing inflation worries.

Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East triggered global risk-off sentiment.

Weak global markets and foreign investor selling added pressure.

Rupee hitting record lows also affected investor confidence.

Market Sentiment

Overall sentiment remains volatile and cautious, with analysts watching Nifty support near 23,700–23,500 for further direction.