🌍 Global Markets

• Asian markets are trading mixed. Japan and Taiwan are strong, supported by technology stocks.
• U.S. markets ended higher after inflation data increased hopes of a rate cut by the Federal Reserve.
• Gold prices remain near record highs; oil and metals are steady.

🇮🇳 Indian Markets

• Sensex and Nifty opened higher, supported by positive global cues and optimism over India–U.S. trade talks.
• IT, banking, and energy stocks are leading the gains.
• FMCG and pharma are showing slower momentum compared to other sectors.
• Hopes of tax cuts and progress on trade talks are supporting market sentiment.

🔍 Key Factors to Watch Today

• U.S. inflation numbers and their impact on Fed policy.
• Developments in India–U.S. trade negotiations.
• Movement of crude oil prices, rupee–dollar exchange rate, and foreign investor flows.