Search+Business News›Markets›Stocks›News›Investing beyond Trump, oil prices and bond yields: 5 large-caps from different sectors with upside potential of up to 17%Investment IdeasSynopsisThe US-Iran war is escalating once again. And as Brent crude went past $91 a barrel, Indian equities have come under pressure; the war is clearly dictating the mood on Dalal Street. The question investors are asking is the same one they ask every time the Gulf erupts: How long will this last? No one knows. It could end tomorrow, or in a few weeks. It could also stretch well beyond what the markets currently expect.When noise levels in the market are as high as they are these days, and with a war which has been raging for months in the background, it is very tough to think beyond the short term. Yet, this is precisely when the short-term perspective needs to be discarded, and a long-term view needs to be adopted.The market is not new to wars (or other geopolitical crises) and it is usually good at pricing these in quickly enough. This time, however, not ETMarkets.com 13 mins readSep 03, 2026, 02:51:00 PM ISTGift this Story to your friendsFONT SIZEAbcSmallAbcMediumAbcLargeSAVEPRINTCOMMENTContinue reading with one of these options:Limited AccessFreeLogin to get access to some exclusive stories & personalised newslettersLogin NowUnlimited AccessStarting @ Rs120/monthGet access to exclusive stories, expert opinions & in-depth stock reportsSubscribe NowETUh-oh! This is an exclusive story available for selected readers only.Worry not. You’re just a step away.What’s Included withETPrime Membership