Indian equity markets opened on a cautious note on Thursday. The BSE Sensex edged up 79.31 points or 0.09 per cent to 83,615.39 in early trade, reflecting mild positive momentum. Meanwhile, the NSE Nifty50 was almost flat, dipping marginally by 0.45 points to 25,475.65. Mixed global cues and investor indecision kept early gains in check as traders awaited fresh domestic and international triggers.
In the previous trading session on Wednesday, Indian equity markets ended lower, breaking their recent winning streak as investors locked in profits across major sectors. The BSE Sensex dropped 176.30 points, or 0.21 per cent, closing at 83,536.21. Similarly, the NSE Nifty50 fell 58.15 points, or 0.23 per cent, to finish at 25,464.35. Market sentiment was dampened by weak global cues and targeted selling in heavyweight stocks throughout the session.
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