Stock market news, May 4 -- The domestic equity market benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, saw a minor uptick on Friday, ending off day's high, as investors resorted to profit-booking at higher levels. Optimism surrounding a potential India-US trade deal, record high April GST collection, and continuous inflow of foreign funds, was offset by potential geopolitical tensions brewing between India and Pakistan.

The 30-share BSE Sensex trimmed most of the intraday gains to settle 259.75 points, or 0.32%, higher at 80,501.99. During the day, the benchmark jumped 935.69 points or 1.16% to 81,177.93. The NSE Nifty 50 closed 12.50 points, or 0.05%, higher at 24,346.70 amid high volatility.

Positive global market cues also supported the Indi...