India, March 5 -- Market sentiment remained weak amidst anxiety ahead of Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's much-awaited testimony before the Congress. Key economic data lined up for release also added to the anxiety. The interest rate decision by the European Central Bank due on Thursday also added to the nervousness.

Wall Street Futures imply weak sentiment. Major European benchmarks are trading mixed. Asian shares finished on a mixed note.

The Dollar Index edged up. Bond yields mostly eased. Crude oil prices traded firm as supply concerns weighed. Gold prices moved close to record highs ahead of Fed Chair Powell's testimony. Cryptocurrencies mostly gained while Bitcoin inched closer to a fresh high. Here is a glimpse of the major wo...