New Delhi, April 10 -- Stocks to buy for the short term: The Indian stock market benchmarks- the Sensex and the Nifty 50- sapped their five-session winning streak on Thursday, largely due to profit booking amid renewed uncertainty around geopolitical developments in West Asia.

Investors turned cautious amid speculations about the sustainability of the recently announced ceasefire between the US and Iran, while fluctuating crude oil prices also weighed on sentiment.

While geopolitical uncertainties remain a key headwind, the domestic market may see some buying on Friday amid positive global cues. Gift Nifty indicate a positive start for the Indian stock market.

According to Ajit Mishra, SVP of Research at Religare Broking, with the earn...