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Amid fluctuating expectations for US Federal Reserve rate hikes due to soft job data, experts highlight potential impacts on the Indian stock market. As inflation remains above target, the reactions of both the US and Indian markets could shift dramatically in the coming months.

The Indian rupee opened weaker at 94.69 against the US dollar, down 1 paise. Market focus has shifted from oil prices to expectations of a US Federal Reserve rate hike in September, impacting Asian currencies including the rupee.

Indian stock markets are set to open positively amid mixed global cues, with investors cautious over US-Iran talks and rising crude oil prices. Sensex fell 607.08 points on Friday, while the Gift Nifty indicates a positive start, trading at a premium of 91 points.

The Sensex and Nifty 50 are expected to open lower on June 19 amid mixed global market signals. Analysts remain cautious amid geopolitical uncertainties, despite a positive finish in US markets. Key stocks are recommended for intraday trading amid fluctuating investor sentiment.

Ending the highly volatile trading session in the green, the benchmark indices managed to end higher for the fifth session in a row on Thursday, 18 June.

Indian benchmark indices saw marginal gains as easing oil prices and improved geopolitical conditions countered US Federal Reserve concerns. Brent crude dropped 1.7% to $78.2 per barrel. Most sectoral indices were positive, but IT stocks fell 1.5% amid rate hike signals from the Fed.

Indian equities opened flat as lower crude oil prices offset weakness in IT stocks amid Fed's interest rate remarks. Nifty 50 rose 0.11% while Sensex increased 0.12%. The market shows bullish momentum with positive breadth, and key support levels identified for maintaining the uptrend.

Sensex and Nifty 50 are likely to open with caution as global cues vary, influenced by the US-Iran agreement amidst US monetary policy concerns. Investors are optimistic about reducing tensions and falling crude oil prices, which positively impact India's inflation and economic sentiment.

The Federal Reserve held the federal funds rate at 3.50%-3.75%, addressing inflation concerns from rising energy prices. Officials updated year-end PCE inflation forecasts, hinting at potential rate hike that may impact foreign investment sentiment, particularly in emerging markets like India.