Stock markets plummet as HDFC Bank and rising crude oil prices lead to significant early trade losses on July 20, 2026.

Indian stock markets traded lower on Monday, impacted by Iran-US tensions. Sensex and Nifty experienced significant declines, reflecting investor concerns over rising oil prices.…

Stock markets plummet as HDFC Bank and rising crude oil prices lead to significant early trade losses on July 20, 2026.

Sensex dropped 443 points and Nifty fell 95 as weak bank stocks and rising crude oil prices amid Middle East tensions weighed on market sentiment.

MUMBAI: Indian markets closed lower on Monday as fluctuating crude prices and global risk-off cues weighed on sentiment, with the sensex falling 443 points or 0.6% to 77,709 and…