Stock market today, Aug. 7 -- Indian benchmark indices ended on a subdued note on Thursday, August 6, as investors stayed on the sidelines awaiting greater clarity on a potential peace agreement in the Middle East. Market sentiment remained cautious, with losses in heavyweight stocks limiting gains in the broader market.

The Nifty 50 edged up 0.05% to close at 24,636, while the Sensex gained 0.26% to settle at 78,785.

The market is likely to open on a negative note as trends in the Gift Nifty index signalled a muted opening on Friday, 7 August. Gift Nifty was trading near the 24,657 mark, down over 82 points from the previous close of Nifty futures.

"Indian equity markets are expected to open on a cautious note as developments in the M...