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Stock Market Outlook: Volatility Likely as US-Iran Uncertainty Persists

The Indian stock market paused after two weeks of strong gains, with momentum slowing as the week progressed. While the opening was positive, trading remained mostly subdued in later sessions. On the final day, rising crude oil prices and ongoing geopolitical tensions made investors cautious, leading many to avoid fresh positions ahead of the weekend. As a result, the Nifty 50 slipped below the 23,900 mark and ended the week with a decline of about 1.87%. Looking ahead, the market is expected to open on a positive note on Monday, supported by signals from the GIFT Nifty, which is indicating a possible gap-up of around 180 points. However, this optimism remains uncertain and could change depending on global developments over the weekend. According to Hariprasad K, the market is currently entering a phase of high volatility, where sharp ups and downs are likely. The sustainability of any upward movement will largely depend on three key factors: stability in crude oil prices, clarity on geopolitical situations, and strong earnings performance from major companies.