The Hindu·3 min read·medium
Stock markets decline in early trade amid rising crude oil prices
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Indian stock markets, including the Sensex and Nifty, declined in early trade due to rising global crude oil prices and cautious investor sentiment. Analysts point to geopolitical tensions in the Middle East as a primary factor influencing market volatility.
Benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty drifted lower in early trade on Wednesday (August 12, 2026) as higher crude oil prices weighed on investors' sentiment.
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