Stock market today, July 21 -- Indian stock markets had a subdued opening on Monday, with both key indices starting flat as investor sentiment continued to be weak due to ongoing uncertainties surrounding the India-US trade agreement.

The Nifty 50 index commenced at 24,999, increasing by 30.60 points or 0.12%, while the BSE Sensex launched at 81,918.53, reflecting a rise of 160.80 points or 0.20%. Both indices experienced a decline in the initial trading session, reversing their opening gains.

This follows three consecutive weeks of losses in the markets and marks ten months since Indian indices last reached their all-time highs in September 2024.

Analysts suggest that the stagnation in the fifth round of India-US trade negotiations is...