Will Middle East conflict dampen Dalal Street’s rally? Here's what experts say

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Despite the uncertainty arising from the Middle East conflict, Indian stocks have surged, with benchmarks like the Sensex and Nifty showing strong gains.. ...

The Indian stock market has enjoyed a six-day rally despite the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, leading many to question whether this trend will continue or if the geopolitical tensions will finally halt the upward momentum...

As investors keep a close watch on the situation, experts are offering insights into how the conflict might affect Dalal Street in the days to come...

Vinayak Mehta, Founder of The Infinity Group, commented on this aspect, saying, "Geopolitical tensions can trigger immediate volatility in global stock markets, primarily due to the uncertainty they introduce..

While global markets are closely watching the Middle East, experts believe India is in a relatively strong position to navigate these uncertainties..

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