Oil prices dropped significantly as President Trump indicated a halt to killings in Iran, easing fears of military action and supply disruptions. Adding to the bearish sentiment, U.S. crude and gasoline inventories saw a sharp rise, while Venezuela resumed oil exports. These factors overshadowed positive demand forecasts from OPEC and strong Chinese import data.
FIIs sold about Rs 11,000 crore worth Indian stocks in 2 days of US-Iran war
Foreign investors sold nearly Rs 11,000 crore in two March sessions amid escalating West Asia tensions, surging crude prices and currency volatility. DIIs offered support,