Can oil hit $200? How the worst-case scenario could hurt D-Street and Indian economy
Escalating US-Israel and Iran tensions in the Gulf are driving fears of a major oil supply disruption, potentially pushing prices to $200 a barrel. India, heavily reliant on oil imports, faces acute risks of a widening current account deficit, a weakened rupee, and increased inflation. Markets are already reacting negatively, with significant drops in stock indices and oil marketing companies.
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