Stock Market Today, July 2 -- Consolidation in the markets continued on Tuesday as the benchmark Nifty-50 index ended 0.10% higher at 25,541.80. The Bank Nifty, at 57,459.45, was also 0.26% higher. While metals and the oil and gas index were among the key gainers, the FMCG index led the losers. Broader indices also ended nearly flat.

Looking ahead, the level of 25,450 is expected to act as crucial short-term support, while 25,670 could offer immediate resistance as the index navigates this consolidation phase, said Nandish Shah, Deputy Vice President, HDFC Securities.

For Bank Nifty, structural support is recalibrated to the 56,000-55,800 region, as per Bajaj Broking.

Investors are closely monitoring developments, seeking clarity on U....