- The Indian markets regained momentum on July 4, closing higher tracking positive global cues as Greece avoided default and crude oil prices eased. Broader markets outperformed as buying was seen across sectors except capital goods and FMCG.
- Asian markets were mostly flat in directionless trading as US markets were closed for a holiday. The Indian markets were expected to have a flat opening on July 5.
- Key data points included a doubling of FDI inflows in May 2011 compared to a year ago and a decline in production for most minerals in April versus the previous month.