Stock Market Live: Sensex, Nifty fall in early trade amid geopolitical tensions, crude surge
Indian equity markets opened cautiously on April 20, 2026, amid rising geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran, causing crude oil prices to surge. The BSE Sensex and NSE Nifty declined in early trade, with analysts warning of potential volatility.
Indian equity markets opened on a cautious note on April 20, 2026, due to renewed tensions between the US and Iran, keeping global sentiment fragile and crude oil prices high. The BSE Sensex fell 273 points to 78,220, and the NSE Nifty dropped 106 points to 24,247. The surge in crude prices has raised concerns over inflation and potential foreign investor outflows. Robust Q4 earnings from banking heavyweights like HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank may provide limited support. The rupee's stability and easing FPI selling offer some comfort, but investors remain focused on earnings, global cues, and oil price movements.
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