Sensex and Nifty Close Lower Amid Caution Ahead of US-India Trade Talks and Global Uncertainty

Indian stock markets ended lower amid cautious investor sentiment ahead of anticipated US-India trade talks and ongoing global uncertainties. The Sensex fell around 250 points to close near 83,628, while the Nifty slipped below 25,750. Selling pressure was notable in consumer durables, realty, and auto sectors, with foreign institutional investors offloading equities. Mixed global cues, including US inflation data, geopolitical tensions, and Federal Reserve policy concerns, contributed to volatility. Analysts suggest markets remain range-bound, with key support near 25,550-25,600 and resistance around 25,900-26,000, advising cautious trading until clearer direction emerges.