Trading was thinned in Asia with Japan out for a holiday, though markets in mainland China got off to an upbeat start after returning from an extended break.
Dalal Street Week Ahead: Nifty enters consolidation phase; breakout above 26,100 key for next market move
The Nifty ended the week mildly lower, extending its sideways consolidation within the 25,700–26,100 band amid falling volatility. With no clear breakout and the India