{
  "id": 8821008,
  "title": "Sensex, Nifty may open flat as geopolitical tensions and US tariffs weigh",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/21/sensex-nifty-may-open-flat-as-geopolitical-tensions-and-us-tariffs",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-09-21T02:15:41.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Hindu BusinessLine",
    "slug": "hindu-businessline",
    "url": "https://www.thehindubusinessline.com/markets/sensex-nifty-may-open-flat-as-geopolitical-tensions-and-us-tariffs-weigh/article71489920.ece"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Indian stock markets are expected to open flat on Monday, with geopolitical tensions and US tariff threats expected to weigh on investor sentiment, according to Enrich Money CEO Ponmudi R. The Nifty futures are holding above 23,300, indicating a largely unchanged start for domestic equities as of the previous close of 23,346. Geopolitical risks, particularly in the Middle East, continue to pose uncertainty for energy markets and global equities. The U.S. tariff measures targeting Russian oil importers also pose a risk for global trade and energy markets. The market may remain in consolidation around the opening levels, with a break below 23,300 potentially reigniting selling pressure. Crude prices, bond yields, and banking stocks will be key factors in determining whether the recovery can gain momentum. FPIs have recently turned negative, with data showing Rs 23,676 crores in outflows via exchanges up to September 19. However, FPI investment through the primary market continues to grow, with total investment reaching Rs 48,550 crores so far in 2021.",
  "summary": "GIFT Nifty is holding above 23,300, while crude remains elevated and investors track developments affecting energy markets and foreign flows",
  "key_points": [
    "Sensex and Nifty expected to open flat on Monday",
    "Geopolitical tensions and US tariff threats weigh on sentiment",
    "FPI outflows at Rs 23,676 crores in September"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Hindu BusinessLine",
        "title": "Nifty opens flat as gainers battle geopolitical headwinds",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/21/nifty-opens-flat-as-gainers-battle-geopolitical-headwinds",
        "published": "2026-09-21T04:16:48.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}