Sensex & Nifty Stumble as US Threatens Tariffs on Russian Oil—Here’s Why Traders Are Sweating

Markets opened with a wobble as geopolitical tensions flare—again. The latest trigger? US threats to slap tariffs on Russian oil imports, sending shockwaves through Asian indices.

Blood in the Water for Bears

Indian equities caught the tremors early, with Sensex and Nifty dipping at the bell. No surprise—crude volatility always leaves emerging markets gasping for air.

The Domino Effect Nobody Wanted

Energy markets hate uncertainty, and Washington just dumped a truckload of it. Watch for ripple effects: inflationary pressures, currency swings, and the usual chorus of 'I told you so' from gold bugs.

Meanwhile, traditional finance keeps playing whack-a-mole with crises while Bitcoin quietly grinds past $60K—but hey, who needs a hedge when you've got central bank promises?