Stock markets end lower amid simmering geopolitical tensions, elevated crude oil prices
Benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty fell on Monday, with the Nifty dropping 32.95 points to close at 24,219.05. Investors showed caution amid rising geopolitical tensions and elevated crude oil prices, particularly ahead of anticipated U.S. sanctions on Iran. Market analysts suggest that these factors are likely to continue influencing investor sentiment in the near term.