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U.S.-Iran Tensions Push Crude Above $91 | Will Rising Oil Prices Trigger Market Sell-Off?

U.S.-Iran Tensions Push Crude Above $91 | Will Rising Oil Prices Trigger Market Sell-Off?

Sakshi Batra
Sakshi Batra
  • New Delhi,
  • Jul 20, 2026,
  • Updated Jul 20, 2026, 1:31 PM IST

Fresh geopolitical tensions between the U.S. and Iran have pushed crude oil prices above $91 per barrel, raising concerns for global and Indian markets. Rising crude could increase inflation, widen India's import bill, and weigh on investor sentiment if the conflict escalates further. Ajay Bagga, Sr. Market Veteran, explained that markets have remained resilient so far, but any sustained rise in oil prices or a broader regional conflict could trigger foreign investor outflows similar to previous geopolitical shocks. Watch the full discussion for expert insights on the impact of rising crude prices on the Nifty, Sensex, and the broader Indian stock market.