Share prices of Indian aviation companies plummeted following a tragic Air India crash and a surge in global crude oil prices. The Air India Dreamliner crashed shortly after takeoff, killing all 241 onboard, triggering caution among investors. Simultaneously, escalating Middle East tensions, highlighted by Israeli strikes on Iran, caused oil prices to soar, further pressuring airline profitability due to increased fuel costs.
Oil prices turn lower as investors assess outlook for US-Iran peace talks
Brent crude futures were down 21 cents, or 0.2%, at $98.27 a barrel at 0039 GMT, after touching $99.38 earlier in the session. West Texas