Markets extend losses for 4th day, hit 8-month lows

In Downtrend Nifty 50 at the lowest since June 4, 2024

- SUNDAR SETHURAMAN

Benchmark indices recorded their fourth consecutive session of decline, closing at their lowest levels in eight months due to concerns over the impact of US President Donald Trump's tariff threats. The Sensex ended the session at 75,311, down 425 points or 0.6 per cent, while the Nifty closed at 22,796, down 117 points or 0.5 per cent.

For the Sensex, Friday's close was the lowest since June 6, 2024, and for the Nifty, it was the lowest since June 4, 2024. Both indices posted their second consecutive weekly loss, with the Sensex declining by 0.8 per cent and the Nifty by 0.6 per cent during the week.