Why are Indian shares expected to open lower despite stronger Asian markets?

Indian shares are expected to open lower because Brent crude jumped to a more than five-week high due to escalating Middle East conflict, raising fears of energy supply disruptions—such as the U.S.-Iran attacks and Houthi threats of a naval blockade on Saudi Arabia—which directly impact India as the world's third-largest crude importer by increasing inflation, widening the trade gap, and squeezing corporate profits.

What is the immediate market signal for the Nifty 50's opening on Wednesday?

GIFT Nifty futures were trading at 24,117 as of 7:56 a.m. IST, indicating the benchmark Nifty 50 could open below Tuesday's close of 24,187.7.

Indian Shares Seen Opening Lower as Oil Jumps on Widening Mideast War

Jul 21, 2026

Indian shares are poised to fall as Brent crude surged to a five-week high amid escalating Middle East conflicts. Investors await quarterly results from key firms including Dr Reddy's and Nestle while monitoring inflation risks from higher oil prices.

reuters

2026-07-21

Indian Shares Seen Opening Lower as Oil Jumps on Widening Mideast War

Indian Shares Seen Opening Lower as Oil Jumps on Widening Mideast War

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