Indian equity benchmarks opened on a cautious note Wednesday, with the BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty 50 posting marginal gains despite persistent global headwinds.
The market's tentative start reflects a broader hesitation among investors as they navigate an uncertain external environment.
The limited upside follows a stronger performance earlier in the week, when Indian equity markets opened higher on Monday.
On that session, the benchmark Nifty 50 index rose 0.44% and the Sensex added 360.85 points to trade at 77,163.75.
That positive start had reflected a shift in investor sentiment as geopolitical concerns eased temporarily.
However, the subsequent trading days have seen that momentum stall.