Stock market today, Jan. 30 -- The Indian stock markets experienced a downturn on Friday, with metal stocks leading the decline. Factors such as a weak rupee, ongoing foreign outflows, and rising oil prices made investors wary as they await the federal budget on Sunday.

The Nifty 50 dropped 0.28% to 25,352 . 85, and the Sensex fell 0.23% to 82,373.01 by 14:13 IST.

Metal stocks declined by 4%, following a gain of 8.5% over the last three sessions, influenced by a decrease in gold and other base metal prices following their recent uptick.

Investors are looking forward to the federal budget for initiatives aimed at boosting economic and corporate earnings growth. There will be a special trading session on Sunday.

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