Indian stock markets opened flat on September 8, with the Sensex trading around 75,750 and the Nifty at 23,681, reflecting global investor caution.
Rising oil prices, driven by escalating tensions in West Asia, have put significant pressure on domestic indices, leading to a decline of 382 points in early trade.
Market analysts suggest that volatility will persist as investors monitor the impact of the US-Iran situation on global supply chains and energy costs.