Indian Markets Rebound Amid Middle East Tensions; GIFT Nifty Signals Weaker Opening

Indian stock markets showed mixed trends amid escalating US-Israel-Iran conflict impacting global sentiment. After a sharp sell-off earlier in the week, Sensex and Nifty 50 rebounded over 1% on Thursday due to short-covering and positive global cues. However, early indications from GIFT Nifty suggest a weaker opening on Friday, reflecting ongoing geopolitical tensions and rising crude oil prices near two-year highs. Elevated oil prices and inflation concerns continue to weigh on investor sentiment globally and domestically.