New Delhi, Jan. 7 -- The Indian stock market is expected to open on a flat to negative note on Wednesday, January 7, tracking mixed cues from Asian markets.

The early trends in Gift Nifty suggested a negative start for Indian indices, with GIFT Nifty trading at 26,214.5, down 67 points or 0.25% from the previous Nifty futures close.

"Indian equity markets are likely to open on a flat and cautious note today, tracking mixed global cues after a guarded start to the week. Rising geopolitical tensions and fresh tariff-related concerns have triggered profit-booking at higher levels, keeping risk appetite in check. As a result, the market is expected to remain largely range-bound, with stock-specific and sector-led moves dominating trade rath...