Stock market today, Feb. 9 -- Indian equity benchmarks Sensex and Nifty 50 are likely to open on a positive note on Monday, February 9, amid strong cues from global markets.

Asian markets were trading in the green, with Japanese equities scaling record highs, while US stock futures also edged up.

"Indian equity markets are set to open on a positive note, supported by a clear improvement in domestic fundamentals and a marked easing of external uncertainties. The India-US trade pact has removed a key overhang, improved export visibility and triggered a revival in foreign investor interest. The RBI's decision to hold the repo rate at 5.25% with a neutral stance, alongside benign inflation expectations for FY26 (2.1%) and a steady growth ou...