Closing Summary, Market Synopsis: 30th May, 2014

The Indian equity markets closed lower today. The Nifty closed down by just 6 points at 7229.95 and the Sensex closed lower by 17 points at 24217.34. At the same time, global shares are trading quiet after hitting record highs as investors are positioned cautiously on the last trading day of the month, with the market's focus on next week's European Central Bank policy meeting. On BSE, midcap and smallcap closed up by 0.39% and 0.34% respectively. On sectoral front, Consumer durable closed in red with a decline of 1.78% while on gaining side, Health care cushioned the market with a gain of more than 2% at the time of market close.

Further the market breath stands positive with 1587 shares seen advancing against 1397 declining shares