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Sensex falls 172 points, Nifty declines as Iran tensions weigh
Indian benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty ended lower on Monday as geopolitical tensions, elevated crude prices and caution ahead of fresh US sanctions on Iran weighed on sentiment. Sensex fell 171.72 points, while Nifty declined 32.95 points
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- Why it matters
- Higher crude prices driven by Iran tensions raise input costs for Indian manufacturers and lift fuel prices for consumers.
- Most affected
- Indian equity investors — Portfolio values fell as benchmark indices declined.
Indian manufacturers and consumers — Elevated crude prices increase production costs and fuel expenses. - Likely next
- Whether indices recover as Iran tensions ease or US sanctions are imposed.
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