Stock Market LIVE Updates, Sensex Today: Markets Likely To Open Lower As Oil Advances Amid US-Iran Tensions

Indian equity markets, including the Sensex and Nifty 50, are braced for a negative start today as global crude oil prices advanced. Brent crude futures reached the $91 mark following reports that the United States has initiated a new round of military strikes targeting Iranian interests in the Middle East.

The spike in energy costs typically weighs on Indian market sentiment due to the country's high dependency on oil imports. Investors are closely monitoring the geopolitical developments and their potential impact on inflation and fiscal deficits, which may lead to volatility in early trade across various sectors.

Market analysts suggest that the rise in oil prices is likely to trigger a sell-off in domestic stocks as concerns over global supply chains persist. While large-cap stocks may face immediate pressure, secondary indexes are also expected to track broader global weakness as the US-Iran situation evolves. Source: Reuters.