US Fed rate decision, corporate earnings, crude oil to steer market sentiment - Rediff

Indian stock markets are poised for a volatile week, driven by crucial factors including the US Federal Reserve's interest rate decision, a slew of corporate earnings reports, and the persistent volatility in crude oil prices amidst geopolitical tensions. Quarterly earnings, the US Fed interest rate decision, movement in crude oil and developments related to West Asia tensions will be the key drivers for stock markets this week, analysts said. Besides, Jio Platforms' market debut, trading activity of foreign investors and global trends would also dictate investors' sentiment, they added. "Investors will track September industrial production and manufacturing output data on October 28.