On April 29, Indian equity benchmark indices, the Sensex and Nifty, are anticipated to open cautiously due to mixed signals from global markets. As of 7:35 AM, GIFT Nifty futures were up by 40.5 points at 24,107.5. Asian markets displayed varied performance, with Japan's Nikkei 225 down by 1% and Hong Kong's Hang Seng rising by 1.23%. Investors are particularly focused on crude oil prices, which remain elevated, with Brent crude at $111.47 per barrel and US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) at $100.11. Several companies are set to release their quarterly earnings, including Eternal, which reported a 71% year-on-year increase in profit to ₹174 crore and a 196% rise in revenue to ₹17,292 crore. Bandhan Bank also saw a significant profit increase of 68% to ₹534.1 crore in Q4FY26, while Ceat's net profit surged 146% to ₹244 crore. Other notable earnings reports include Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers and Star Health & Allied Insurance Company, both showing positive growth. Additionally, BHEL has signed a licensing agreement with the DRDO to enhance its defense capabilities.