Indian equity benchmarks are set for a lackluster start on Tuesday, with the Sensex and Nifty 50 expected to open flat.
The muted outlook reflects persistent weakness in global markets, which continues to weigh on sentiment across emerging Asian equities.
The Gift Nifty, a key indicator for early trading direction, is trending sideways, reinforcing expectations of a range-bound session.
This comes after the Nifty 50 closed above the 23,900 level in the previous session, a move that had briefly suggested a recovery trend and established crucial support for the benchmark index.
Despite the recent technical stabilization, broader global cues remain a drag on local momentum.
Investors are likely to remain cautious, waiting for clearer signals from international markets before committing to directional bets.