Indian stock market, June 20 -- The domestic equity market indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are expected to see a muted opening on Friday, amid mixed cues from global markets.

Asian markets traded mostly higher, while the US stock market was closed, and US stock futures dropped on cautiousness over the escalating Israel-Iran war.

On Thursday, the Indian stock market ended with minor losses, with the benchmark Nifty 50 slipping below 24,800 level.

The Sensex fell 82.79 points, or 0.10%, to close at 81,361.87, while the Nifty 50 settled 18.80 points, or 0.08%, lower at 24,793.25.

"The strength in the benchmark index does not reflect the underlying market tone, as we are witnessing gradual profit booking across sectors and in the broader ma...