The domestic equity markets continued to face pressure as the Nifty 50 index fell 249 points or 1.05% to 23,566.85, while the S&P BSE Sensex dropped 916.55 points or 1.21% to 75,098.73. Factors contributing to this decline included the weakening of the Indian rupee, sustained foreign fund outflows, and elevated crude oil prices, alongside renewed concerns regarding the U.S.-Iran ceasefire. In contrast, the broader market showed some resilience, with 2,666 shares rising against 1,480 shares that fell on the BSE. A public sector bank's research report projected India's GDP growth at 6.6% for FY27, down from 7.5% in FY26, indicating a resilient economy despite global uncertainties. The report emphasized the importance of addressing balance of payments pressures and called for measures to enhance productivity through AI integration. In sector-specific movements, the Nifty Oil & Gas index advanced by 0.67% as value buying emerged, with notable gains from Oil India and Oil & Natural Gas Corporation. Meanwhile, Aurionpro Solutions and Indian Hotels Company reported significant increases in their net profits for Q4 FY26, with growth rates of 22.2% and 14.84%, respectively.