Global markets today, Aug. 7 -- Global cues continue to remain mixed as developments in the Middle East continue to shape global risk sentiment. The US stock market ended lower overnight, and Asian markets are also reflecting a cautious tone in early trade today. The Japanese Nikkei 225 index is down by over 1%, the South Korean KOSPI is also down by over 1%, while Hong Kong's Hang Seng went off 0.20%.

Speaking on the factors that may dictate the global markets, including the Indian stock market, Ponmudi R, CEO at Enrich Money, said, "Wall Street ended lower overnight as investors booked profits following the recent rally, while firmer Treasury yields and a rebound in crude oil prices reflected continued uncertainty over the pace of prog...