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Indian equity markets tumbled on July 14, 2026, as renewed US-Iran conflict sent Brent crude above $85/barrel, triggering inflation concerns and a sharp decline in Sensex and Nifty.

Indian benchmark indices extended their winning streak for the fifth session on July 7, 2026, with Sensex jumping 521 points and Nifty 50 closing above 24,400. Banking stocks like HDFC Bank led the rally amid positive business updates and steady global cues.

Indian stock markets closed lower on June 30, 2026, with the Sensex dropping 372 points and Nifty finishing below 23,900, as volatility spiked and IT, auto, and metal stocks dragged benchmarks down.

Indian stock markets saw steep declines on June 23, 2026, with the Sensex plunging 887 points and the Nifty 50 losing 308 points, dragged by heavy losses in metal and IT stocks. Nifty Metal dropped over 3%, posting its lowest level since April, while Vedanta and National Aluminium led sector losses.

Indian stock markets rallied for a third straight session, with Sensex jumping over 1,100 points and Nifty 50 nearing the 24,000 mark, fueled by optimism over a US-Iran peace deal and broad-based sector gains.

Indian stock markets nosedived on June 9, 2026, with Sensex plummeting 719 points and Nifty50 sliding 244 points as global geopolitical concerns and soaring crude prices erased Rs 7 lakh crore from BSE Sensex market capitalization.

Indian stock markets rebounded sharply on June 2, 2026, with the Sensex rising 900 points from its low and closing up 383 points, while Nifty IT posted its biggest intraday gain in months despite global headwinds and high oil prices.

Indian benchmark indices closed lower on May 26, with the Sensex down 479 points and the Nifty 50 slipping below the 24,000 level amid profit booking and volatile global cues.

Petrol, diesel, and CNG prices in India surged by Rs 3 per litre (or kg) in May 2026, with further increases expected due to global crude oil tensions and mounting losses at oil marketing companies.

As energy stocks attract investor interest in May 2026, Exxon and TotalEnergies showcase robust financials and diversified operations, even as broader markets face warnings of a potential correction.