India, July 13 -- Indian shares are seen opening flat to slightly lower on Monday amid renewed concerns about U.S. President Donald Trump's escalating trade battles.

Trump on Saturday threatened to impose a 30 percent tariff on imports from Mexico and the European Union starting on Aug 1, even as they are locked in long negotiations.

The European Union has announced a delay to its countermeasures against the U.S. until early August to allow more time to negotiate a deal.

However, Germany's finance minister has called for firm action if the levies went ahead. French President Emmanuel Macron has called on the bloc to "resolutely defend European interests".

Closer home, markets will also take cues from earnings and upcoming WPI and CPI in...