Stock market today, Sept. 9 -- The benchmark Nifty-50 index ended 0.13% higher at 24,773.15 on Monday amidst ongoing consolidation in the market. The Bank Nifty at 54,186.90 also ended with similar gains, though Auto index with strong out-performance led the gains for some sectors. IT Index was among key losers. In the broader indices, the mid- and small-caps ended 0.16-0.5% higher.

The short-term outlook for Nifty would remain volatile and a fresh uptrend rally is possible only after crossing the 24,900 level. Above this, it could move up to 25,000 and 25,100. On the downside, 24,650 and 24,600 are key support zones as per Shrikant Chouhan, Head - Equity Research.

The Bank Nifty is expected to remain range-bound between 53,500 and 55,0...