European markets tumbled for a second week as Middle East tensions and inflation fears rattled investors. Industrial and mining stocks led the decline, with energy prices climbing amid concerns over the Strait of Hormuz. Analysts suggest the conflict’s impact on inflation and interest rates might be less severe than feared, but market sentiment remains cautious.
Nifty’s early comeback signal: Why largecaps are holding up as broader market slides
India’s equity market divergence suggests largecaps may be regaining leadership as mid- and smallcaps remain under pressure. The Nifty has recovered to broadly flat returns
October 29, 2026