''Domestic equity markets may witness volatility as we approach the F&O expiry today. In the near term, the markets are expected to continue to consolidate around current levels,'' said ICICIdirect.

Domestic markets ended negative as sentiments weighed down after S&P Ratings Services suggested Indian companies in infrastructure, metals & mining and oil & gas sectors have high debt.

US markets ended negative partly due to currency headwinds and a heavy sell-off in technology stocks amid concerns on weak demand in desktop computers and processors.

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