Markets were closed on August 15, 2025, for India’s 78th Independence Day.

Equity, derivative, and commodity trading resumed on Monday, August 18.

The holiday pause followed a short trading week with mild gains.

Investors will recalibrate strategies based on global cues and return flows.

Weekend news may prompt shifts in pre-open positioning.

A fresh opening gap could determine short-term intraday bias.

Analysts note traders repositioning ahead of a busy policy week.

Low liquidity weeks often result in volatile re-open moves.

Investors are advised to watch global markets at open for cues.

The extended weekend is expected to reset sentiment heading into the week.