Archive · 24 Jul 2026
Indian Stock Market Faces Volatility Amid Global Tensions
The Indian stock market is expected to open lower due to a selloff in global markets.
This is because of rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and higher crude oil prices, which have increased bond yields and inflation fears.
Asian markets also declined, and the US stock market ended lower overnight.
Infosys reported a decrease in net profit but an increase in revenue for its first quarter.
The US announced new tariffs on several countries, including India.
Japan's inflation rose but remained below the central bank's target.
Gold prices fell as inflation concerns strengthened the case for higher interest rates.
Indian stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, expected to open lower due to global market selloff.
Asian markets declined, US stock market ended lower overnight with Nasdaq falling over 2%.
Sensex declined 363.66 points, Nifty 50 settled 126.65 points lower.
Infosys Q1 net profit fell 8.6% QoQ to ₹7,769 crore, revenue grew 3.9% QoQ to ₹48,211 crore.
Crude oil prices headed for weekly gains, Brent futures at $99.97 per barrel, WTI at $91.49 per barrel.
- Who
- Indian stock market investors, global market participants
- What
- Volatility in stock markets due to geopolitical tensions and rising crude oil prices
- When
- July 2024
- Where
- Global markets, with a focus on India and the US
- Why
- Geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, rising crude oil prices, and mixed earnings outlook
Market Optimists
Market Pessimists
Market Outlook
Market Optimists
Advocate for stock-specific investments and disciplined risk management.
Market Pessimists
Expect continued volatility and potential downturns due to geopolitical risks and inflation fears.
- Sensex
- 76,391.39
- Nifty 50
- 23,869.60
- Brent Crude
- $99.97 per barrel
- WTI Crude
- $91.49 per barrel
- US Jobless Claims
- 187,000
- Japan Inflation
- 1.6%
- Infosys Q1 Net Profit
- ₹7,769 crore
- Infosys Q1 Revenue
- ₹48,211 crore