Nifty rebounds after eight-week slump; five factors to watch next week

Indian equity markets ended an eight-week losing streak on Friday as the Nifty 50 and Sensex rebounded, signalling potential recovery for domestic investors. However, several headwinds loom ahead that could influence the market's direction in the coming week.

Key factors set to shape D-Street's performance include elevated crude oil prices, foreign investor outflows, upcoming inflation data releases, bond yield movements, and the onset of September-quarter earnings season. Each of these elements could swing market sentiment either way.

Analysts caution that while the rebound offers some relief, the confluence of macroeconomic pressures and global financial flows means volatility may persist. Investors are advised to monitor these indicators closely before making investment decisions.