In the commodities market, Brent crude for November 2026 delivery surged amid escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia, pushing prices above the $99-per-barrel mark.
The rise in crude prices also weighed on broader market sentiment, with the Nifty 50 trading 0.53% lower at 23,653.95.
Higher crude prices can pressure PSU oil retailers as domestic LPG and kerosene are sold at regulated prices. A sharp rise in global oil prices can increase under-recoveries on such sales, potentially weighing on profitability.
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