Market Crash Highlights: Sensex ends 1,636 points down in FY2026’s last session; Nifty slips below 22,350

Indian equity markets tumbled on Monday, with both the Sensex and Nifty falling near 1.5% each, extending sharp declines seen in recent weeks. The downturn was largely driven by escalating tensions involving Iran and the US–Israel bloc, which reignited a surge in crude oil prices along with other contributing factors. Market sentiment remains largely negative, as most sectors traded in the red, reflecting widespread selling pressure across financials, banking, IT, and automobiles. However, select segments such as metals, media, and oil & gas showed some strength and managed to post gains. The overall trend indicates a cautious investor outlook, with defensive strategies and selective interest in commodity-driven stocks. Investment in securities market are subject to market risks. Read all the related documents carefully before investing.