- The Indian markets opened higher but failed to sustain gains and closed lower due to profit taking following the arrest of Anna Hazare. Trading volumes remained low.
- Technically, market breadth was negative with declines outnumbering advances. Most technical indicators are signaling that sellers have the upper hand, suggesting further downside potential.
- Support levels for Nifty are at 4987, 4806 and 4757. Resistance is at 5195, 5262 and 5364. The markets may see intermittent volatility and take cues from domestic and global news.