Amid the ongoing stalemate over US-Iran deal, credit rating agency Moody’s Ratings on Wednesday said Indian banks are among the more exposed lenders in the Asia-Pacific region to risks arising from the ongoing Middle East crisis because of India’s heavy dependence on energy imports from the region, PTI reported.

Moody's warns elevated energy prices and West Asia conflict may negatively impact near-term credit conditions for Indian corporates.

The central bank also sought feedback on whether temporary regulatory relief may be needed to prevent a deterioration in borrowers’ creditworthiness, they said

India's economy could slow down as prolonged disruptions to supplies of energy, petrochemicals and fertilizers from the Middle East crisis continue to bite, experts say.