MUMBAI, Nov 13: Indian equities ended nearly flat on Thursday, snapping a three-day winning run as global volatility and profit-booking erased early gains.
The Sensex rose 12.16 points to 84,478.67, while the Nifty added 3.35 points to 25,879.15 after a choppy session.
Buying in banks, metals, and realty was offset by weakness in IT and FMCG counters.
Record-low October inflation bolstered hopes of an RBI rate cut, but persistent FII outflows worth ₹1,750 crore and a weak rupee capped upside momentum.
Investors stayed cautious ahead of Bihar election results and key US inflation data.
Midcap and smallcap indices slipped around 0.3%, while consumer durables and telecom outperformed.
Brent crude eased 0.29% to $62.53 per barrel, and domestic institutions remained net buyers, purchasing equities worth ₹5,127 crore. (PTI)
