Indian equities are poised for a strong Diwali week, with Nifty expected to test 25,900–26,200 levels amid robust foreign inflows and upbeat banking stocks. The Sensex closed last week at 83,952, marking consistent gains for the fourth week. Analysts foresee sustained momentum driven by solid Q2 corporate earnings and festive optimism. However, global macro cues, oil price volatility, and U.S. bond yields remain key factors that could influence near-term trends and investor risk appetite in Indian markets.