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Global markets saw a liquidity rush as escalating Middle East tensions triggered sharp sell-offs across equities, bonds and gold. Investors preferred cash amid rising oil prices and inflation fears, while the U.S. dollar surged. Uncertainty over the conflict’s duration is fuelling volatility and risk reassessment worldwide.

The Korea Exchange triggered circuit breakers on the KOSPI after the benchmark index plunged 8% in early trading, halting transactions for 20 minutes to curb market volatility.

Japans Nikkei share average fell to a one-month low on Wednesday. Investors sold risk assets due to escalating Middle East conflict. Chip-related companies led the decline. Oil refinery index was the worst performer. Some software shares and Nidec saw gains. Sony and Nintendo also advanced.

When the closing price drops below the VWAP, it indicates that the stock ended the session below the average price at which it traded during the day, weighted by volume.

Petronet LNG has issued a force majeure notice to QatarEnergy due to supply disruptions from Middle East hostilities, preventing its LNG tankers from safely transiting the Strait of Hormuz. The company also notified its key off-takers, GAIL, IOCL, and BPCL, of the potential impact on supply agreements.

Indian stock markets, NSE and BSE, resumed normal trading on Wednesday, March 4, following the Holi holiday observed on March 3. This comes amidst heightened geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, which have unsettled global markets and led to a surge in crude oil prices, impacting Indian equities.

Auto components firm Sedemac Mechatronics is set to raise ₹1,087.5 crore via an offer for sale, with its promoter stake slightly decreasing. The company, specializing in electronic control units, has shown strong revenue and profit growth. However, significant customer concentration, with nearly 75% of revenue from TVS Motor Company, presents a key risk for investors.

GIFT Nifty traded sharply lower on Tuesday as Indian equities brace for geopolitical tensions following United States–Iran conflict. Rising crude prices, a weakening rupee, and risk-off sentiment pressured markets. Analysts note key Nifty and Sensex support levels, while cautioning against aggressive leveraged trades amid volatility