Stock Markets Today: Sensex, Nifty in Red on Rising Crude Prices
Rediff·2026-08-19 13:24
Indian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, witnessed a decline in early trade as elevated crude oil prices and persistent geopolitical uncertainties, particularly the expiry of the US-Iran ceasefire, dampened investor sentiment.Photograph: Francis Mascarenhas/ReutersSensex and Nifty50 Performance: Key Market Highlights TodayIndian benchmark equity indices, Sensex and Nifty, declined in early trade, extending a multi-day losing streak for the Nifty.Elevated crude oil prices, driven by renewed concern ...