August 7, 2026 10:33 AM
Sensex, Nifty open lower amid rise in crude oil prices
Domestic equity markets open on mildly negative note on Friday amid surge in crude oil prices and following global cues ahead of key US economic data. Sensex opened at 78,516.08, down 438.68 points or 0.56 per cent, while Nifty decreased by 97.10 points or 0.39 per cent to 24,538.90. Sector-wise, financials, banking and cement shares were in selling pressure in early trade as Nifty Financial Services Ex-Bank, Nifty Cement, Nifty PSU Bank and Nifty Private Bank declined up to 1 per cent. In co...