Mumbai, July 20: Indian stock markets closed in negative territory as continued selling in financial sector stocks weighed on benchmark indices, with the Sensex and Nifty ending the session lower.
Investor sentiment remained cautious amid pressure on banking and financial shares, while broader market movements were influenced by global trends and sector-specific factors.
Market participants closely monitored developments across key sectors as investors adjusted their positions in response to changing market conditions.
Analysts said near-term market direction will depend on corporate updates, economic indicators, and global cues.
The decline reflected cautious trading activity, with financial stocks emerging as the key factor behind the market’s subdued performance.