The Indian stock market benchmark indices, Sensex and Nifty 50, are expected to open lower on Wednesday, as indicated by the Gift Nifty. Further, higher crude oil prices could lead to a rise in consumer prices, impacting the monetary policy decisions of the RBI. Crude oil is a major raw material for many industries, including paints and tyres, and higher prices may potentially impact their margins and profitability. The transmission channel is clear: higher crude increases inflation risk; higher inflation pushes bond yields up; rising yields compress equity multiples. During his career, he has gained extensive exposure to equity research, market analysis, and financial data interpretation, strengthening his expertise across asset classes and market cycles.

Source: Mint March 03, 2026 17:33 UTC