Stock Market 15 March 2025

March 14, 2026, 2:11 AM EDT. U.S.-Iran tensions escalate as President Donald Trump threatens to bomb Iran's key oil hub, Kharg Island, which handles 90% of Iran's crude exports. Market experts predict a sharp rise in crude oil prices, with Brent Crude potentially surpassing $100 per barrel, pressuring the Indian Rupee. India, reliant on oil imports for 85% of its demand, may face inflationary pressures, leading to a gap-down opening on Indian equity markets. The Nifty 50 index faces technical resistance around 22,900, signalling possible volatility. Demand for gold and silver might remain flat or rise modestly, influenced by the conflict and weaker metals demand in the UAE. Investors should watch for renewed geopolitical risk impacting commodities and equities as the situation develops after the weekend.