Indian equity markets started Tuesday on a steady note, with both benchmark indices posting marginal gains. The Sensex opened up 147.29 points at 81,937.41 at 9:38 am, while the Nifty 50 inched up by 41.70 points to 25,119.35, reclaiming the 25,000 level.

According to market data, the early uptick was led by banking and metal stocks, supported by positive cues from overseas markets, despite persisting geopolitical and economic uncertainties.

Banking and market expert Ajay Bagga said Indian markets were moving in tandem with global trends, with PSU bank indices touching record levels.

“Earnings, which begin on October 9, will set the tone for the markets. Indian markets have underperformed the MSCI Emerging Markets index substantially. A catch-up will come eventually, but for now, foreig

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