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US gasoline prices jumped 11 cents to $3.11 per gallon as oil futures surged amid escalating United States–Iran tensions. Benchmark US crude rose 8.6% to $77.36 a barrel, while Brent crude climbed 6.7% to $81.29, reflecting fears of disrupted global oil supply.

Wall Street’s main indexes opened sharply lower as investors weighed the impact of a widening Middle East conflict on inflation and global trade. The Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq all retreated at the opening bell, reflecting growing concerns over geopolitical risks and market volatility.

Oil prices spiked as the conflict involving Iran disrupted regional supplies and threatened the Strait of Hormuz, a key global energy route. Ship movements slowed, insurers withdrew coverage, and strikes across the region escalated risks. Analysts warn crude may face sharp spikes before stabilising.

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Gold and silver on MCX fell sharply on Tuesday as investors booked profits after Monday’s surge driven by escalating tensions involving United States, Israel and Iran. With markets weighing conflict risks and key US data ahead, analysts say volatility in precious metals is likely to remain elevated.

Japanese shares experienced their sharpest decline in months on Tuesday, with the Topix and Nikkei indices slumping significantly. Escalating Middle East tensions, rising crude oil futures, and a stronger dollar fueled inflation concerns, impacting investor sentiment and weighing on the equity market.

Gaurs Group is investing Rs 100 crore to establish a precast manufacturing plant in Greater Noida, partnering with Elematic India for advanced concrete technology. This backward integration aims to enhance construction capabilities, improve efficiency, and reduce project timelines by approximately 30 percent. The facility will produce key structural components and is expected to be operational within six months.

Indian stock exchanges will remain open on Wednesday, March 4, despite Holi celebrations in several states, as the official holiday was observed on March 3. The clarification comes amid heightened market volatility, with the Nifty under pressure due to global weakness, rising crude prices and geopolitical tensions in West Asia.

Rising US-Iran tensions and higher crude oil prices have increased market volatility, prompting brokerages to highlight select Indian stocks as potential beneficiaries. Energy producers, metals firms, IT exporters, defence companies and private banks are seen as relatively resilient plays if oil prices remain elevated and geopolitical risks persist.

Bitcoin trades near $68,000 after its fifth consecutive red monthly close, with a 3% gain in the past 24 hours. Despite geopolitical tensions, the crypto market shows signs of stabilization, with $1 billion inflows into investment products last week, signaling renewed institutional interest and a cautiously optimistic outlook for March.