Mumbai, July 27: Indian benchmark equity indices opened higher on Monday, snapping a five-session losing streak, as a sharp decline in crude oil prices improved investor sentiment and boosted expectations for lower inflation and stronger corporate earnings.
The Nifty 50 rose about 0.7% in early trade, while the BSE Sensex gained a similar margin. Gains were broad-based, with financials, consumer stocks and utilities leading the advance after Brent crude prices fell following signs of easing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.
Lower crude oil prices are generally viewed as positive for India, one of the world’s largest oil importers, as they help reduce import costs, ease inflationary pressures and support economic growth. Investors also drew support from stronger-than-expected quarterly earnings from several companies.
Market participants will continue to monitor global geopolitical developments, corporate earnings and upcoming central bank policy decisions for further direction.
