Metal stocks slide up to 7% as dollar hits 4-month high; NALCO, Hindustan Copper lead fall

March 13, 2026

Metal stocks, including NALCO and Hindustan Copper fell sharply on Friday as a surging US Dollar Index and ongoing Iran–Israel/US conflict dented demand. Analysts advise caution, noting that global commodity prices and infrastructure trends will shape near-term metal sector performance.

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