Sensex slips 398 pts, Nifty ends below 24,950; Tata Motors slumps 6%

The domestic equity market took a significant hit on Wednesday, with the Nifty50 closing below 24,950. The early-afternoon high of 25,113 was short-lived as sectors like oil & gas, PSU banks, and metals faced selling pressure. Investors are closely watching upcoming inflation data from the US and India. While US inflation is anticipated to increase, Indian inflation is expected to remain steady. Additionally, the Bank of Japan's suggestion of a potential rate hike if inflation stays elevated added to the market's cautious tone.