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Indian equity markets opened lower on Monday as escalating tensions between the US and Iran pushed Brent crude above $79 per barrel.
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Who
US, Iran
What
Indian equity markets opened lower on Monday as escalating tensions between the US and Iran pushed Brent crude above $79 per barrel.
When
Mon, 13 Jul 2026 05:02:55 GMT · 1h 32m ago
Where
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Why
Escalating tensions between the US and Iran, including Tehran’s claim of closing the Strait of Hormuz, and concerns over inflation and growth.
The Frontline Impact
How this affects you
Indian equity markets experienced a significant decline, with Sensex falling 620 points and Nifty dropping 180 points. Volatility increased due to geopolitical tensions and economic concerns.
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2 events in this thread- Currently Reading1h 32m agoIndian equity markets opened lower on Monday as escalating tensions between the US and Iran pushed Brent crude above $79 per barrel.
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Verified Sources & Citations
- HIGHLokmat Timeshttps://www.lokmattimes.com/business/markets-open-lower-as-brent-crude-nears-80-amid-escalating-west-asia-crisis/
- HIGHFree Press Journalhttps://www.freepressjournal.in/business/sensex-falls-600-points-nifty-declines-08-on-heightened-west-asia-tensions
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