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Equity markets open flat amid gains in crude oil prices
DD News 14 hrs ago·10 Oct 2026, 9:07 am
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Indian equity markets opened largely unchanged on Monday, with the benchmark indices hovering near previous close levels. The flat start came as global crude oil prices rose, pushing up energy sector shares but leaving other sectors largely untouched.
Higher oil prices can lift earnings for oil‑and‑gas companies and related service firms, while also feeding inflation concerns that may affect monetary‑policy expectations. Investors will be watching upcoming domestic economic data, any further developments in Middle‑East tensions, and the Reserve Bank of India's stance on rates for clues on market direction.
In the short term, volatility may hinge on how quickly oil prices stabilize and whether corporate earnings updates align with expectations.
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