The BSE benchmark Sensex regained most of the steep losses it suffered in early trade, but still ended the day 71 points lower at 26,710.13 after a highly volatile trade amid continuing investor worries over global economy.
The 30-share BSE index resumed lower and immediately nosedived by 310 points to a low of 26,469.42. After moving in erratic fashion through the day, it finally settled at 26,710.13, a fall of 71.31 points from its previous close, extending losses for the fifth straight day.
The barometer has lost 1,120.97 points in five days of selling by investors.
The Nifty also declined by 37.80 points to end the day at 8,029.80.
Healthcare, realty, consumer durable, FMCG and auto segments registered losses, while metal and oil & gas attracted good buying interest.
