Stock markets recover early lost ground; trade higher
Indian stock markets recovered from early losses to trade higher, driven by a US-Iran peace deal and falling oil prices. The signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between the two nations has improved global risk appetite.
Why it matters
Geopolitical de-escalation in the Middle East is providing a significant boost to emerging market indices and investor confidence.
Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty drifted lower in early deals on Thursday (June 18, 2026), but later bounced back to trade higher supported by encouraging developments on the geopolitical front and easing crude oil prices.
The article relies on market data and expert quotes to explain the recovery, maintaining a balanced perspective.
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