MUMBAI: The coming week is expected to be crucial for Indian stock markets as quarterly earnings, US tariffs, trade deal developments, and FPI activity are likely to shape market sentiment.

Any updates from the United States on tariffs against China or progress on the India-US trade deal will likely influence market trends.

Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal recently said that discussions on the proposed India-US bilateral trade agreement are progressing rapidly and in a positive atmosphere.

At present, Indian equity indices are trading at all-time highs. If both countries announce a bilateral trade agreement, the market could witness a fresh rally.

Several major companies including HUL, SBI Life, Dr. Reddy’s, and SBI Card have already announced their July–September quarter results.

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