New Delhi, May 4 -- Despite heightened volatility, the Indian stock market snapped its four-month losing streak in April, with the benchmarks- the Sensex and the Nifty 50- rising 7% each.

Global factors, crude oil prices, and Q4 earnings remained the dominant themes of the market. These are likely to remain the major triggers for the market in May also.

Some encouraging signs are emerging on the geopolitical front. According to reports, US President Donald Trump said on Sunday (local time) that his representatives are engaged in "very positive" talks with Iran.

Major global markets were in the green on Monday morning, while Brent Crude prices were below the $110 per barrel, indicating the domestic market may see positive movement on Mo...