The Indian stock market ended in the red on Friday, weighed down by weak global cues and persistent selling across sectors. The BSE Sensex fell 688.26 points, or 0.83 per cent, to settle at 82,502.02 (indicative close), while the NSE Nifty declined 205.40 points, or 0.81 per cent, to close at 25,149.85. Investor sentiment remained cautious amid concerns over global economic growth, inflationary pressures, and uncertain interest rate trajectories.

Previous Trading Session

In Thursday's trading session, the Indian stock market closed lower amid broad-based selling across key sectors. The BSE Sensex fell by 344.66 points (0.41 per cent) to settle at 83,191.42, while the NSE Nifty slipped 120.85 points (0.47 per cent) to end at 25,355.25. Investor sentiment remained muted, weighed down by persistent global market volatility and ongoing concerns over inflation and interest rate outlooks. Additionally, weak cues from Asian markets and profit-booking in heavyweight stocks contributed to the downward pressure.

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