Indian stock markets experienced a mixed day today, with the SENSEX and NIFTY indices turning flat after a promising start to the trading session.
Against the backdrop of a volatile start to September, Indian markets seemed to be mimicking the global trend, with the Nasdaq and S&P 500 witnessing their worst week of the year.
According to reports, the SENSEX and NIFTY indices started the day on a positive note but soon lost momentum as foreign fund outflows and weak global cues weighed on investor sentiment.
However, the smallcap index stood out as a shining star, bucking the trend and ending the day on a positive note. This has led many analysts to believe that the smallcap segment may hold promise in the short to medium term.
One of the biggest winners of the day was Prataap Snacks, whose shares surged 8% on the back of strong demand and improved fundamentals.
The markets are likely to remain volatile in the days ahead, with the D-Street sentiment set to be impacted by global cues and domestic macroeconomic factors.
As per the GIFT Nifty, Indian markets are expected to start the day on a negative note, with the trading setup pointing towards another day of consolidation.
Going forward, investors will be keeping a close eye on global developments and domestic economic indicators to gauge the direction of the markets.
For now, one thing is certain - Indian markets are set to witness a rollercoaster ride in the days and weeks ahead, and only time will tell which direction the markets will take.