Indian Stocks Expected to Open Higher Amid Global Positivity

Indian equity benchmarks Sensex and Nifty opened slightly higher on Friday, supported by positive global cues and optimism over potential U.S.-India trade talks, as indicated by recent comments from U.S. President Trump. Despite global risk-on sentiment and consecutive gains in U.S. and Asian markets, Indian indices' upward momentum was tempered by ongoing tensions on the India-Pakistan border. Foreign institutional investors have continued their buying streak in Indian shares, contributing to the market's resilience. The rupee also strengthened to its highest level this year, buoyed by prospects of easing global trade tensions. Stock-specific movements were influenced by quarterly earnings reports, with particular attention on Adani Enterprises and Adani Ports following their results. Overall, India's markets have shown robust performance in recent weeks, outperforming some global peers even amid mixed corporate earnings and trade uncertainties.