Stock market today, Nov. 21 -- The domestic stock markets began on a lower note on Friday, affected by widespread sell-offs in global indices.

The Nifty 50 started at 26,109.55, showing a decrease of -82.60 points (-0.32%), while the BSE Sensex opened the session at 85,347.40, down -285.28 points (-0.33%).

Market sentiment was adversely affected by ongoing global downturns, as major international indices faced notable declines from their recent all-time peaks. The impact of global risk-off trends was clear across Asian markets as well, although analysts noted that India might not see as steep a drop.

The Indian equity markets commenced the trading session on a strong note, bolstered by positive global developments and the prevailing mo...