West Asia conflict, crude oil prices to steer stock markets this week

Ongoing tensions in West Asia and fluctuating crude oil prices are set to heavily influence Indian stock market trends, making investor sentiment particularly sensitive in the coming week. Photograph: ANI Photo Key Points Escalating tensions in West Asia and rising

Sensex tanked 2,497 points, its biggest single-day plunge since June 2024

Stock markets plummet over 3% due to soaring crude oil prices and weak global cues. Sensex and Nifty see biggest drop since June 2024. Photograph: Francis Mascarenhas/Reuters Key Points Sensex and Nifty both plummeted over 3% due to surging crude

Stock markets extend winning run to 3rd day; Sensex, Nifty climb nearly 1%

Indian stock markets surged, with Sensex and Nifty closing higher for the third consecutive day, driven by factors like falling crude oil prices and a robust IT sector performance. Illustration: Dominic Xavier/Rediff Key Points Sensex and Nifty indices closed nearly

Sensex and Nifty Surge on Metal and Auto Rally

Indian stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty, experienced a significant rally driven by metal and auto sectors, coupled with positive global market cues, marking a second consecutive day of gains. Illustration: Uttam Ghosh Key Points Sensex and Nifty closed nearly

Markets extend losses on soaring crude prices; Sensex tanks 800 pts

Indian stock markets witnessed a significant downturn as the Sensex and Nifty plummeted due to surging crude oil prices driven by geopolitical instability and persistent foreign capital outflows, sparking investor concerns. Photograph: Francis Mascarenhas/Reuters Key Points The Sensex plunged over

Markets Crash Nearly 2%: BSE Sensex tumbled 1,342 pts; NSE Sinks Below 24K

Indian stock markets witnessed a sharp decline as the Sensex and Nifty tumbled due to surging crude oil prices, continuous foreign fund outflows, and selling pressure in key banking stocks, reflecting investor concerns over global economic stability. Photograph: Francis Mascarenhas/Reuters

Investors Should Consider Buying If Markets Correct Further

A fall in the Nifty 50 to around 19,000 is not impossible, but that would likely require nuclear options to be exercised. Kindly note that this illustration generated using ChatGPT has only been posted for representational purposes.   Key Points

Rupee Hits All-Time Low as Oil Prices Surge and Dollar Strengthens

The Indian rupee plummeted to a historic low against the US dollar as escalating geopolitical tensions and soaring crude oil prices trigger economic concerns about inflation and trade deficits. Illustration: Uttam Ghosh Key Points The Indian rupee hit a record

Stock Market Today March 9, 2026: Sensex tanks 1,353 points

The Indian stock market witnessed a significant plunge in Sensex and Nifty, driven by soaring crude oil prices, escalating geopolitical tensions, and continuous foreign fund outflows, impacting investor sentiment. Photograph: Shailesh Andrade/Reuters Key Points The Sensex and Nifty indices experienced

Stock Market Today March 6, 2026: Sensex, Nifty tank over 1%

Escalating West Asia tensions and rising crude oil prices triggered a significant fall in the Sensex and Nifty, impacting Indian stock market sentiment. Photograph: Shailesh Andrade/Reuters Key Points Sensex and Nifty fell sharply due to escalating West Asia tensions and