Indian equity markets are expected to open flat as global market signals remain mixed. NDTV reports that the Sensex and Nifty 50 are likely to see little change at the start of trading, with investor sentiment shaped by developments abroad. One factor cited is a drop in Brent crude oil prices: Brent falls to below $72 per barrel. Other global cues are described as mixed, suggesting uneven signals from international markets rather than a single clear direction. As a result, the opening trend for Indian stocks is projected to be steady rather than strongly positive or negative. The updates are framed as live coverage of the market open, focusing on the immediate pre-trading outlook and early indicators such as crude oil movement and broad international sentiment. The reports do not indicate any major India-specific corporate or policy catalysts in the provided excerpts.