Escalating Middle East tensions are poised to further weaken Indian equities, with strategists warning of underperformance against global peers. Higher oil prices, driven by the conflict, will significantly impact India’s import-reliant economy, potentially fueling inflation and straining the rupee. Analysts foresee continued pressure on the Nifty index, especially for energy and trade-linked sectors.
US stocks today: S&P 500, Nasdaq end higher, notch weekly gains after earnings-heavy week
The S&P 500 and Nasdaq reached record highs, fueled by strong earnings and falling crude prices, marking their longest weekly gain streak since October 2024.
May 1, 2026