Markets ended the week lower, breaking out of their three-week consolidation phase amid lingering geopolitical tensions in West Asia, persistent weakness in the rupee, and rising inflationary concerns. The upcoming week is expected to remain highly sensitive to macroeconomic and geopolitical developments. Participants will closely monitor developments in the ongoing US–Iran conflict and their implications for crude oil prices, inflation, and global risk sentiment. Movements in energy markets and the rupee will continue to influence near-term market direction.
In today's trade, shares of Vodafone Idea, Indian Oil, Tata Steel, Dr Reddy's, PFC among others will be in focus due to various news developments and fourth quarter results.
