August 31, 2026 4:21 PM
Stock markets decline amid renewed tensions in West Asia, higher crude oil prices
Stock markets closed lower on Monday due to selling in IT and FMCG shares as renewed tensions in West Asia triggered a rally in crude oil prices. The 30-share BSE Sensex declined 307.24 points, or 0.40 per cent, to settle at 76,957.27 with 20 of its constituents ending lower and 10 with gains. During the day, it tanked 513.19 points, or 0.66 per cent, to 76,751.32. The 50-share NSE Nifty dropped 95.25 points, or 0.39 per cent, to end at 24,080.40. Weak trends in global markets and foreign fun...