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.
Markets overlooking macro stress, says Kunal Vora amid oil and currency shock
Despite a calm surface, Indian equity markets face mounting macroeconomic pressures from rising crude oil prices and a weakening rupee. Experts warn that current market