Sensex slips 250 pts, Nifty at 24,000 as US strike on Iran dent sentiment; mid, smallcaps outperform

Benchmark indices Nifty and Sensex traded marginally lower on Tuesday, impacted by US attacks in southern Iran, reigniting fears of a prolonged conflict. Despite ongoing negotiations, markets remain cautiously optimistic, with Brent crude prices stabilizing and equities showing resilience, as evidenced by Monday's Sensex rally.

May 26, 2026 - 09:00
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Sensex slips 250 pts, Nifty at 24,000 as US strike on Iran dent sentiment; mid, smallcaps outperform
Benchmark indices Nifty and Sensex traded marginally lower on Tuesday, impacted by US attacks in southern Iran, reigniting fears of a prolonged conflict. Despite ongoing negotiations, markets remain cautiously optimistic, with Brent crude prices stabilizing and equities showing resilience, as evidenced by Monday's Sensex rally.

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