Mumbai, Dec. 11 -- The domestic stock markets opened on a flat note on Thursday, even as global cues turned supportive following the US Federal Reserve's rate cut and its dovish policy tone.

Despite the muted start, experts believe Indian equities remain well positioned for a year-end upswing.

The Nifty 50 index opened at 25,791.50, gaining 33.50 points (0.13 per cent), while the BSE Sensex started the session at 84,488.22, up 96.95 points (0.11 per cent).

Market expert Ajay Bagga, speaking to ANI, said Indian market futures had shown stronger gains post the Fed announcement but moderated ahead of opening.

"Indian market futures were up over 100 points during the post-Fed recovery in markets and this morning in Asia. Those gains have ...