The Sensex and Nifty 50 indices ended flat due to gains in IT and banking stocks, despite elevated crude oil prices amid escalating tensions in the Middle East.
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Key takeaway
Sensex and Nifty end flat as IT and banking gains offset crude oil spike from Middle East tensions.
- Step 1 · The triggerMiddle East tensions push crude oil prices higher, raising input costs for Indian SMEs.
- Step 2 · Knock-onIT and banking stocks gain on domestic and US demand, but crude-sensitive sectors (logistics, chemicals) face margin compression.
- Step 3 · Reaches youIndian SMEs in manufacturing and logistics see higher working capital needs and potential pass-through to customers.
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Source: LiveMint Markets
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