
Indian markets likely to open lower with GIFT Nifty down 115 points at 24,005, indicating a 0.48% decline. Mixed global sentiment prevails as US markets showed divergent moves with Dow down 0.13% while NASDAQ gained 0.21%. Asian indices trade negative with Nikkei and Hang Seng both declining around 0.45%. Crude oil provides support with 1% gains while gold remains flat. FIIs continued selling with Rs 1,151 crore outflows, offset by DII buying of Rs 4,124 crore. Major earnings from Maruti Suzuki, REC, and Bajaj Finserv expected to drive stock-specific action today.