Indian Markets Open Flat as Investors Eye US Inflation Data

Imagine a big store where people buy and sell tiny pieces of companies, called stocks.

On Monday, India's two main stock counters started the day almost exactly where they ended last week, which is called opening flat.

This means prices did not move very much at the start.

A company that makes watches and jewellery, named Titan, was the best performer, and its price went up a little.

Some other companies, like one that makes cars and trucks, also went up slightly.

A few companies, including an insurance company, went down a little.

Everyone is watching quietly because important numbers about prices in America will be shared this week.

If those numbers show prices rising too fast, the American central bank might make borrowing money more expensive.

Investors want to see those numbers before making big decisions.

So for now, the market is taking a deep breath and waiting.