Crude oil prices fell below $70, signalling a potential slowdown in global economic growth, which is not a positive sign for the markets.

Mid- and small-cap stocks saw a morning surge of over 1%, but gains faded gradually.

Supported by positive global cues, the markets expect further gains on Tuesday.

The gains can be attributed to value buying in select heavyweight stocks.

Excluding FMCG, all sectors experienced losses early in the morning session.

Concerns over the profitability of Indian banks, including public-sector banks.

Traders should remain cautious; and, closely monitor key levels for potential trading opportunities. 

More bad news ahead; foreign cues turn negative; gold surges; US tech stocks are continuing to decline, which could impact today’s trading.

Reliance board is expected to approve a 1:1 bonus issue today; rubber price cut by January predicted

Global turbulence did not reflect on Indian markets as strongly, indicating that foreign funds no longer drive the Indian markets.