Indian benchmark indices declined for the second consecutive session, with the Sensex shedding nearly 600 points amid rising geopolitical tensions. Stocks like SBI Life and Dr. Lal PathLabs saw gains, while Motilal Oswal faced a sharp drop.
Rising India-Pakistan tensions have rattled investor sentiment, causing a sharp market selloff. Analysts say the impact appears short-term and sentiment-driven, with a potential rebound likely next week. Weak earnings momentum, particularly in IT and FMCG, adds to market concerns. Mid- and small-cap valuations remain stretched, and policy uncertainty is expected to keep equity market volatility elevated.
