Tue Oct 14 04:10:00 UTC 2025: **Summary:**

Indian equities opened flat, ending a two-day rally due to renewed global trade tensions. The market is expected to be range-bound, influenced by Q2 earnings and trade developments. While institutional inflows and strong domestic fundamentals support the market, volatility is expected due to uncertainty around global trade rhetoric. The rupee strengthened slightly against the US dollar, potentially aided by central bank intervention and optimism regarding India-US trade talks.

**News Article:**

**Indian Equities Stumble as Trade Tensions Resurface; Rupee Gains Ground**

**Mumbai:** Indian stock markets opened on a flat note Monday, halting a two-day winning streak as renewed global trade tensions cast a shadow over investor sentiment. The Sensex and Nifty are expected to trade within a limited range, influenced by the upcoming Q2 earnings season and evolving trade negotiations.

Analysts suggest that despite continued institutional inflows and strong underlying domestic economic fundamentals, market volatility is likely to persist. Investors are closely monitoring trade rhetoric’s potential impact on global economic growth.

On a brighter note, the Indian rupee appreciated four paise against the US dollar, closing at 88.68. Market analysts attribute this rise to suspected intervention by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and growing optimism surrounding a potential breakthrough in ongoing India-US trade discussions.

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