The GIFT Nifty indicated a tepid open for the Nifty 50 index, with analysts suggesting resistance at 25,600 and support at 25,400.
US markets experienced a drop after President Donald Trump announced a 50% tariff on copper imports, affecting futures of Dow Jones and S&P 500.
Asian markets saw a mixed trend amid trade uncertainty, with most markets trading higher while the Nikkei 225 declined.
Investors are focusing on metal stocks following the tariff announcement, with companies like Hind Copper, JSW Energy, and Railtel Corp shares in focus.