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Sensex Today | Stock Market Live Updates: Nifty aims to build on lower oil prices ahead of RBI policy
CNBC TV18 5 hrs ago·5 Aug 2026, 12:37 am
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The Indian stock market is currently navigating a complex landscape as it prepares for the upcoming monetary policy announcement from the Reserve Bank of India. Investors are closely watching the Nifty 50 index, which is attempting to build on recent gains. A key factor influencing market sentiment is the drop in global crude oil prices, which is expected to ease the burden on the current account deficit and reduce the government's subsidy burden.
This positive development comes at a crucial time, just days before the RBI's policy decision. The central bank is widely anticipated to maintain the status quo on interest rates, but investors will scrutinize the central bank's commentary on inflation and growth. The market's reaction to the policy outcome and the accompanying guidance will likely determine the next phase of the rally.
For retail investors, the focus remains on how global cues and domestic inflation data interact with the RBI's stance. While lower oil prices provide a tailwind, the broader market volatility is expected to persist. Market participants should stay alert to any shifts in global risk appetite and domestic economic indicators that could influence the RBI's future course of action.
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