NEW DELHI: The Indian stock markets opened on a flat but positive note on Tuesday, with both benchmark indices trading in green amid persistent foreign portfolio investor (FPI) selling and pressure in key sectors.
The NSE Nifty 50 index opened at 24,691.95, registering a gain of 57.05 points or 0.23 per cent, while the BSE Sensex began the day at 80,510.39, rising by 145.45 points or 0.18 per cent.
Despite the positive opening, experts noted that market sentiment continues to remain cautious due to global uncertainties and sectoral headwinds. Vinod Nair, Head of Research at Geojit Investments, said the domestic market had ended a volatile session on a flat note on Monday, reflecting cautious investor behaviour ahead of a holiday-led truncated week and continued FII selling.
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