The markets opened lower but recovered some losses to close slightly down. Key sectors like metal and PSU saw losses while healthcare saw gains. Top gainers were Suzlon, Cipla, and Sun Pharma while top losers included ABB, Jindal Steel, and Ambuja Cement. The daily chart showed a hammer candlestick pattern indicating potential upside if indices trade above support levels in the next session. Traders were advised to exercise caution due to expected high volatility from an upcoming court verdict.