New Delhi, Dec. 30 -- With just two trading sessions left before we enter the new calendar year 2026, Indian stock markets are entering a decisive pause in the absence of fresh global or domestic triggers-such as progress on a US-India trade deal-markets are expected to consolidate around current levels rather than make aggressive directional moves.

Despite a tough year amid global trade tensions, persistent FII outflows, and subdued earnings growth, the Indian markets are still set to end 2025 with double-digit growth. The Nifty is likely to end the year with gains of nearly 10%,

For the final 2 trading session of the year, trading volumes are likely to stay light, with investors preferring selective, stock-specific exposure instead of...