Stock market today, July 17 -- Indian equity benchmark indices - Sensex and Nifty - began Thursday's session on a flat note, following subdued sentiment in Asian markets amid investor unease over the uncertain future of US Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell.

As of 9:19 am, the BSE Sensex had gained 33 points, or 0.04%, reaching 82,668, while the Nifty50 inched up by 8 points, or 0.03%, to 25,230.

Markets continue to remain in a cautious trading zone, awaiting concrete Q1 earnings data to gauge real economic momentum, while uncertainty around Trump's tariff-related statements continues to fuel volatility.

" Any earnings disappointment could increase downside pressure. In such an environment, traders should prioritize disciplined execut...