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In an event-heavy week, stock investors will track ongoing quarterly earnings, the US Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision, and macroeconomic data for market direction, analysts said.

Moreover, progress in India-US trade negotiations will remain a key focus for investors, an expert said.

“The ongoing Q2FY26 results season will continue to shape market direction, with several major companies scheduled to release their financials. Investors will first react to Kotak Mahindra Bank’s results, followed by updates from IOC, TVS Motor Company, Larsen & Toubro, Hindustan Petroleum, ITC, Cipla, Dabur, Maruti and ACC.

“On the macroeconomic front, India’s Industrial Production data for September, due on October 28, will be closely tracked for signs of industrial recovery. Globally,

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