Stock market today: Sensex, Nifty 50 fall; geopolitical concerns, spike in crude oil prices weigh on sentiment

Stock market today: Domestic equity benchmarks the Sensex and the Nifty 50 ended in negative territory on Tuesday, January 2, on concerns over escalating geopolitical tensions and a significant jump in crude oil prices. Additionally, the market’s high valuation appears to have led investors to secure profits before the onset of December quarter earnings.

Sensex closed 379 points, or 0.53 per cent, lower at 71,892.48 while the Nifty 50 settled at 21,665.80, down 76 points, or 0.35 per cent.

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Published: 02 Jan 2024, 03:32 PM IST

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