Asian shares decline, oil extends gains amid US-Iran standoff

IN · 2026-07-14

1. Step 1 · The triggerUS-Iran standoff triggers risk-off sentiment and oil supply fears, pushing Brent crude up 1.6%.
2. Step 2 · Knock-onHigher crude prices pass through to Indian fuel and feedstock costs, raising input costs for SMEs in logistics, chemicals, and plastics.
3. Step 3 · Knock-onIndian rupee weakens as importers hedge and capital outflows rise, further increasing import costs for SMEs.
4. Step 4 · Reaches youRBI may hold rates to contain inflation, keeping SME borrowing costs elevated and squeezing discretionary demand.

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Source: CNBC TV18 (Markets)

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