Markets are expected to remain event-driven with persistent volatility due to elevated crude oil prices, a weakening rupee, rising bond yields, and inflationary concerns. Despite resilient domestic earnings, investors are wary of the second-order impacts on inflation and the RBI's policy. The India VIX rose to 19.63, indicating market fear.

Markets are expected to remain event-driven with persistent volatility due to elevated crude oil prices, a weakening rupee, rising bond yields, and inflationary concerns. Despite…

Indian markets may open flat as Gift Nifty signals caution. FIIs, DIIs support sentiment, but volatility stays high ahead of weekly expiry and global cues.