Daily Voice: Naveen Kulkarni sees growth challenges to Indian economy if Iran war gets prolonged
The volatility index serves as a crucial indicator of market stability, and a higher volatility in equity markets clearly indicates instability at the present juncture. The war in Middle East has been very tricky as it continues to escalate, said Naveen Kulkarni of Axis Securities PMS.
Chartist Talk: Sudeep Shah flags deeper correction risk as Nifty breaks 61.8% Fibonacci level; suggests two stocks
Given the current chart structure and weak momentum setup, any near term rebound, if it occurs, is likely to attract fresh selling interest, especially near resistance zones, said Sudeep Shah of SBI Securities.
Daily Voice: Large caps past worst of correction; mid-, small caps face more pain, says Ametra’s Karan Aggarwal
Strait of Hormuz blockage might not last beyond month of March 2026 as blockage impact almost every Asian country and extended blockage might warrant a direct military participation from multiple players, said Karan Aggarwal.
Middle East war could trigger India earnings downgrades, GDP cuts if oil stays above $100: Chakri Lokapriya
With multiple commodities moving together right now, the cumulative inflation impulse could be larger than the headline crude number alone implies, said LGT's Chakri Lokapriya.
‘Rahu Kal’ for markets? Nilesh Shah warns oil spike from Middle East tensions could still sting India
Sustained high oil prices not only fuels inflation but pressures the rupee, bond yields, and equity sentiment. Markets hate uncertainty; volatility rises as investors recalibrate risks in response to events, said Nilesh Shah of Kotak Mahindra AMC.
Daily Voice | Markets could rebound as earnings strengthen, oil steadies: Nimesh Chandan
Nimesh Chandan remains positive on domestic-oriented sectors, as they are better insulated from global uncertainties.
Daily Voice: Prolonged Iran war may make 2026 tough for global economy, says Vikas Gupta
The resolution of the Hormuz issue will definitely be a positive signal for the markets. But without resolution of the ongoing war it does not signal full market optimism, said Vikas Gupta.
Chartist Talk: Nifty risks fall to 23,000 on weekly close below 24,300; Rahul Ghose bullish on Sun Pharma, ABB
According to Rahul Ghose, a close below 24,300 would turn this market into a sell on rallies, from buy on dips from a trading perspective. Only a substantial visible improvement in the geopolitical situation would change this outlook.
Daily Voice: India better placed to absorb oil shocks despite Middle East tensions, says Carnelian’s Swati Khemani
FY27 presents a clearer runway for earnings improvement with valuations no longer stretched and interest rates easing, the earnings cycle appears poised for gradual acceleration This year should be better than last calendar year gone by, said Carnelian’s Swati Khemani.
Daily Voice: Valtrust’s Rahul Bhutoria warns of second leg of market repricing if US-Iran conflict drags on
LNG price spikes also merit attention — city gas distribution companies and fertiliser manufacturers with spot LNG exposure could see meaningful input cost pressure if the disruption persists into Q4, said Valtrust's Rahul Bhutoria.
Chartist Talk: Sudeep Shah sees this sectoral index extending gains; shares 2 stock picks for next week
Considering the current chart structure and overall market setup, Sudeep Shah of SBI Securities continues to recommend a sell on rally approach.
Daily Voice: Higher oil prices from Iran conflict may squeeze Q4FY26 margins, says Spark’s Deepan Kapadia
Though overall expectations are continued improvement in earnings growth across sectors in Q4FY26, key thing is to be watched out is the impact both direct and indirect due to the War, said Spark's Deepan Kapadia.
Daily Voice: No need to press the panic button yet; too early to take a constructive view on earnings derating amid the US-Iran war, says Pradeep Gupta
The current crisis will provide a tactical window to build exposure in quality counters with secular earnings predictability and margin of safety. One must take a constructive view from here on Indian equities, said Pradeep Gupta, Executive Director and Head of Investments – India at Lighthouse Canton
Daily Voice: Stay selective, no room for heroics in this market; Bhautik Ambani of Alpha Grep recommends asset allocation shift amid US-Iran tensions
Bhautik Ambani of Alpha Grep says this is no longer routine geopolitical noise. It’s a serious escalation, and for India the issue is very simple — oil.
Daily Voice: Middle East strain to persist despite avoiding full-scale war, says Client Associates' Rohit Sarin
Geopolitical conflicts tend to evolve in unexpected ways, particularly when multiple stakeholders are involved and strategic interests overlap, said Rohit Sarin of Client Associates.
Chartist Talk: Nifty’s downside cushioned; 25,300 in sight amid positive cycle, says Ashish Kyal
In the current environment, Ashish Kyal advised clients to remain cautious and avoid aggressive participation in derivatives, given the event-driven volatility.
Daily Voice: Nifty seen ending 2026 up 10-15%; no major Q4 disruption in base case, says Divam Sharma
The key monitorable remains crude. If oil stabilizes, broader markets should absorb the geopolitical noise relatively quickly, said Divam Sharma.
Chartist Talk: Market likely to open 1-2% lower amid US-Iran conflict; selling may persist until Nifty reclaims 200-DEMA, Sudeep Shah highlights two stock bets
Sudeep Shah recommends deploying a bear spread strategy by buying 25,150 Put and Selling 25,000 Put, as Nifty is likely to retest the 25,000–24,950 zone in the near term.
Oil price pressures may hit trade and inflation, but macro remains resilient: INVasset PMS' Anirudh Garg
A further 5% correction cannot be ruled out if crude prices spike sharply or if global risk appetite weakens. Equity markets tend to react quickly to geopolitical uncertainty, especially when oil volatility influences inflation and currency movements simultaneously, said INVasset PMS' Anirudh Garg.
MC Interview: Narnolia’s Shailendra Kumar warns Gulf tensions could trigger 5% market drop, full‑blown US-Iran war likely
The current environment is admittedly clouded by uncertainty — the US-Iran conflict and the ongoing debate around AI's economic impact are creating visible headwinds for market sentiment, said Narnolia's Shailendra Kumar.
Daily Voice: Ankur Jhaveri flags caution as Iran tensions risk global spillovers, urges focus on strong domestic stories
FII flows will be vulnerable to these developments like geopolitical tensions, which means EMs markets could see further pressure in short term, said Ankur Jhaveri of JM Financial.
Daily Voice: Market sentiment unlikely to improve until three key factors stabilise, says Alpha Capital’s Pankaj Kumar
There can be delays in private capex as capex expansion depends on many factors such as demand uncertainty due to tariffs, and raw materials prices fluctuations, said Alpha Capital’s Pankaj Kumar.
Daily Voice: Bay Capital's Nikunj Doshi advises focusing on four secular themes for portfolio allocation
Bay Capital's Nikunj Doshi believes that current phase of market provides opportunities for identifying long-term investments. USD and Gold are considered best hedges against global volatility and will continue to remain strong as long as geopolitical tensions remain high.
Daily Voice: An optimistic FY27 requires perfect hand-off from govt spending to private consumption, flawless execution by top three private banks, says Ambit’s Nitin Bhasin
Overall, outlook remains negative for the next 12–18 months, given the lack of visibility on any sustainable near-term catalysts, said Nitin Bhasin of Ambit.
Daily Voice: Bigger worry isn’t just tariffs; it’s tsunami of AI on India IT services, says Nilesh Shah
Markets are like a long Bollywood saga—twists, turns, but the hero (fundamentals) eventually wins. Stay invested smartly, avoid noise, focus on adaptability, Nilesh Shah advised.
