Indian equities face a mix of domestic and global factors, with crude oil prices, foreign fund flows, currency movements and developments in global markets likely to remain key areas of focus. The trajectory of oil prices could remain important for investor sentiment, particularly as elevated energy costs have already featured prominently in market commentary.
Investors are also likely to track the rupee after its recent decline against the US dollar, along with movements in the dollar index. Foreign institutional investor activity remains another factor to watch after continued net selling. On the earnings front, stronger-than-expected Q1FY27 performance could provide support, while the impact of higher-cost inventory replenishment on margins will remain a monitorable.
Global cues, including Asian equities, US markets and the Federal Reserve outlook, will also remain relevant.
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