Mumbai, Nov. 13 -- The domestic equity benchmarks ended with near the flatline with some positive points today, extending their winning streak to the fourth consecutive session. Sentiment remained supported as India's retail inflation eased to a record low of 0.25% in October, strengthening expectations of a Reserve Bank rate cut next month. Meanwhile, optimism over a potential U.S. government reopening, progress on a U.S.-India trade deal, and strong corporate earnings underpinned market confidence. Investor sentiment was further buoyed by exit polls indicating an NDA victory in Bihar, reinforcing expectations of policy continuity and stability.

The Nifty settled above the 25,850 mark. Metal, realty and pharma shares advanced while PSU ...