09:33 (IST), April 15
Stock markets are expected to open lower amid global tensions between Iran and Israel
The stock market indices, Sensex and Nifty, are expected to start trading on Monday, influenced by the escalation of tensions between Iran and Israel, which has sent ripples through global markets, according to experts. As per early indications, Gift Nifty is pointing. Gaping to the downside, trading around 22,460, nearly 140 points lower than the previous close in Nifty futures. The Sensex closed at 74,244.90, down 793.25 points, while the Nifty 50 closed at 22519.40, down 234.40 points.