Sensex and Nifty End Lower on Volatile Expiry Session

The Indian markets ended in the red today ahead of monthly options expiry, with the Sensex down 151 points and the Nifty sliding below its 25,950 support threshold. Metals and PSU banks bucked the trend to post gains, while IT, pharma and FMCG segments experienced profit-taking. The volatile session highlights investor caution after recent gains, and analysts warn that sector rotation is likely before fresh triggers emerge. With global liquidity tightening and domestic macro variables coming into view, trading may remain choppy ahead of key macros.