Indian Stock Markets Open Lower Amid Global Downturn; Sensex and Nifty 50 Face Pressure as US Stocks Experience Worst Session of the Year

Indian stock markets opened negatively, mirroring a cautious investor approach amid global market declines. On Friday, the Sensex fell by 424.90 points (0.56%) to close at 75,311.06, while the Nifty 50 settled 117.25 points (0.51%) lower at 22,795.90. This downturn follows losses in Asian markets and a significant drop in the US stock market, marking its worst session this year. The Dow Jones Industrial Average plunged 1.69%, the S&P 500 tumbled 1.71%, and the Nasdaq Composite decreased by 2.20%. Investors are closely watching key economic data, derivatives contract expirations, potential tariff announcements, and the rupee-dollar rate for market direction.