Nifty and Sensex decline amid rising crude oil prices
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- 0.36
- 281.1 points
- and Nifty
- 77,728.16
- 0.32
- 78.35 points
- 0.32
- 24,287.65
- Brent crude rose
- 1.11%
Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty fell on 17 Aug 2026, with the Sensex down 281.1 points (0.36%) at 77,728.16 and Nifty down 78.35 points (0.32%) at 24,287.65. This marks the fifth consecutive day of losses, driven by rising crude oil prices and geopolitical tensions in West Asia. Brent crude rose 1.11% to $89.50 per barrel, adding to market concerns.
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