The stock market is likely to open on a positive note today, as early cues from the GIFT Nifty indicate a soft start. The GIFT Nifty is down 34 points, or 0.09%, at 26,042, hinting at a subdued opening for domestic equities. Investors will be keeping a close eye on key global developments, movement in crude oil prices, foreign institutional investor (FII) flows, and the performance of major business groups and sectors that could set the tone for today’s trading session.

On Thursday, the benchmark indices ended lower after a volatile session. The Sensex slipped 592.67 points, or 0.70%, to close at 84,404.46, while the Nifty declined 176.05 points, or 0.68%, to settle at 25,877.85.

Key global and domestic cues to know on October 31, 2025

Asian markets

Asian markets opened mostly higher o

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