Markets rebound after a sharp risk-off phase, but lingering geopolitical tensions and volatile oil prices keep investors cautious on the sustainability of the recovery
Brokerage flags risks from elevated oil prices, slowing domestic inflows and India's weak positioning in AI, even as valuations remain stretched versus regional peers
The optimism expressed by brokerages could turn out to be true if West Asia war ends quickly, or if countries find a way to easily move cargo ships and oil tankers through Strait of Hormuz once again
Stock gauges in energy import-dependent markets such as India and Europe have dropped over 9 per cent since the Iran war started, more than double the decline in the US
Indian equities tumble as crude oil prices spike amid West Asia tensions, fuelling fears of inflation and slowing growth, with indices logging their sharpest fall in nearly two years
Even as a crude-laden Indian tanker sailed safely from UAE's Fujairah and Tehran claimed Hormuz is closed for its 'enemies', the war continues to rattle many sectors
Sensex and Nifty fall for a second straight session as escalating Iran-linked attacks push crude prices near $100 a barrel and raise fears of prolonged disruption in oil supplies
Indian households added nearly ₹10 trillion to equity holdings in FY26 so far, taking total ownership close to ₹88 trillion amid a structural shift in savings
After prolonged underperformance, India is regaining appeal among emerging markets as trade overhangs ease, foreign inflows return, and earnings show early signs of recovery
Trade deals ease risks for Indian equities, but weak demand and stretched valuations raise questions over whether optimism-especially in smallcaps-can turn into a sustained bull run