In opening trade today, the benchmark BSE Sensex shed 300 points to touch 31,775.54 during a weak lead from other Asian markets.
However, the Nifty too backtracked from its all-time peak and dipped below the 9,800-level.
As per the Brokers said, "apart from profit-booking at record levels by participants, a weak trend at other Asian markets amid concerns about Donald Trump's economic agenda as he struggles to pass key healthcare legislation, hurt the trading sentiment here."
The BSE 30-share index dipping to a low of 31,626.44 pts.
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