Crude oil prices surge over 3 pc over Iran tensions, Trump deadline

Crude oil prices surge over 3 pc over Iran tensions, Trump deadline

Global crude oil prices surged more than 3 per cent on April 7, 2026, amid escalating US-Iran tensions and President Donald Trump's deadline to reopen the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude climbed to 111.63 dollars while WTI jumped over 3 percent to 116.87 dollars. 9 days ago
Sensex, Nifty slip after mild start on geopolitical tensions

Sensex, Nifty slide 1 pc as Hormuz deadline by US rattles markets

The Indian stock market experienced a notable decline on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, with both the Sensex and Nifty 50 closing approximately 1% lower. This downward movement followed an initial opening that saw the Sensex drop over 700 points to reach 73,366.60 and the Nifty slide nearly 0.9% to trade around 22,764. 9 days ago
The Nifty dropped 775.65 points, or 3.26 per cent, to close at 23,002.15, while the Sensex fell 2,496.89 points, or 3.26 per cent, to settle at 74,207.24.

Sensex, Nifty log fifth weekly fall as tensions rise

Market sentiment remained volatile due to the ongoing US–Iran tensions and concerns over global energy supply, with crude prices staying elevated. Banking stocks underperformed, while IT and pharma sectors showed slight gains. Broader markets also declined in line with benchmark indices. 19 days ago
US‑Iran‑Israel war: Rupee hits record low of ₹92.18 against US dollar amid surging oil prices and geopolitical tensions

Rupee hits record low of 92.63 amid firm dollar, import pressures

The Indian rupee weakened to a record low of 92.63 against the US dollar, surpassing its previous all-time low amid ongoing Middle East tensions. Elevated oil prices driven by the conflict have increased import costs, triggered capital outflows, and heightened macroeconomic risks for India 29 days ago