Alphabet, Microsoft and Amazon report quarterly results in a crucial week for AI stocks. Investors will track cloud growth, profit margins, free cash flow and infrastructure spending to assess whether surging AI demand can justify massive investments.

Bharat Coking Coal shares sharply on Monday after the Coal India subsidiary reported a turnaround to profit in Q2 FY27, with net profit at Rs 123.7 crore and revenue up 39% year-on-year to Rs 4,412.58 crore. However, first-half production declined, while technical indicators pointed to continued weakness in the stock.

Japan's Nikkei share average slipped for a third straight session on Monday, primarily due to declines in chip-related stocks. The Nikkei 225 saw a decrease of 0.43%, contrasted by a 0.48% rise in the broader Topix index. Despite a surge in energy stocks driven by rising oil prices, concerns over global market fluctuations left investors wary.

Global markets face a pivotal week as major central banks announce policy decisions, Big Tech companies report earnings, and political developments in Britain, Israel and Brazil unfold. China's leadership meeting will also draw attention amid trade tensions and weak domestic demand.