Sensex, Nifty May Remain Volatile As Investors Track FII Inflows, Oil Prices

Indian stock markets may remain volatile next week as investors monitor foreign institutional investor (FII) flows, crude oil prices, Nvidia’s quarterly earnings and changing interest rate expectations.

After a strong rally that lifted the Sensex and Nifty for 10 consecutive sessions, benchmark indices witnessed profit booking towards the end of last week. However, sustained foreign inflows and resilient corporate earnings helped markets retain their weekly gains.

On Friday, November 13, the Sensex fell 319 points to close at 81,592, while the Nifty dropped more than 155 points to settle at 25,144. The decline ended the Nifty’s three-session winning streak.

Market sentiment weakened amid concerns over global AI-related trade, rising crude oil prices and expectations of tighter monetary policy following higher domestic inflation.

FII activity will remain a key factor next week. Foreign investors purchased Indian equities worth Rs 5,736.55 crore on Friday, marking their tenth consecutive session as net buyers, according to provisional NSE data.

Crude oil prices will also remain in focus amid geopolitical uncertainty in the Middle East. Brent crude is trading near $96 per barrel after concerns over energy supplies and shipping disruptions through the Strait of Hormuz pushed prices higher.

Further increases could fuel inflation and raise costs for Indian companies, while a sustained decline may support market sentiment.

Nvidia’s results on November 17 and rising inflation will influence technology stocks and RBI rate expectations ahead of December’s policy meeting.

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