Stock market recap, Nov. 26 -- Indian benchmark indices extended their losing streak for a third straight session on Tuesday, 25 November, with volatility rising sharply in the final hour ahead of the monthly derivatives expiry. The Nifty 50 slipped 74.70 points, or 0.29%, to close at 25,884.80, while the Sensex fell 314 points, or 0.37%, to settle at 84,587.

The weakness was broad-based, reflected in a negative advance-decline ratio as significantly more stocks declined than advanced-signalling caution beyond the frontline indices. Among sectors, heavyweight IT, FMCG, and select financial stocks dragged the market lower, while PSU banks, metals, and realty names displayed notable resilience.

On the geopolitical front, a drop in crude o...