The Indian stock market experienced volatility last week, ending slightly lower due to mixed signals, with the Nifty 50 showing signs of slowing. Investors are closely watching the Reserve Bank of India's upcoming monetary policy meeting set for August 6-8, where the repo rate is expected to remain at 6.5%. Key quarterly earnings from companies like Bharti Airtel and Tata Power will also influence market sentiment. Global factors, including the Israel-Iran conflict and weak US economic data, contributed to market fluctuations, while foreign institutional investors sold significant shares. Additionally, the upcoming week will see several new IPOs, with analysts recommending stock-specific trading strategies amidst market uncertainties. The divergence in global monetary policies, particularly between the US, Japan, and the UK, is likely to impact investor sentiment in the broader market.