Indian equity markets opened slightly lower on Thursday as the Sensex and Nifty slipped marginally, weighed down by weak global cues and cautious investor sentiment. The downturn followed a negative trend in major international markets, where concerns over interest rate uncertainty and economic slowdown pressures affected risk appetite.
At the opening bell, the BSE Sensex dipped modestly, with losses led by banking, IT, and metal stocks. The NSE Nifty50 also traded in the red, reflecting broad-based weakness across sectors. Market analysts noted that global volatility, driven by renewed fears of prolonged high interest rates and geopolitical tensions, spilled over into domestic markets.
Asian markets mirrored overnight declines in U.S. and European equities, adding to pressure on Indian indices. Investors are closely watching upcoming economic data releases, corporate earnings cues, and central bank policy signals for clarity on market direction.
Despite the tepid start, experts believe Indian markets may find support from strong domestic fundamentals, although short-term fluctuations are likely as global uncertainty persists. Market participants are advised to remain cautious while tracking global developments that could influence intraday movements.
