Indian shares to open lower as Iran war, fund outflows continue to weigh

Indian markets looked set to open lower as the Middle East war and higher oil prices (Brent around $94) stoke inflation fears.
Foreign investors have pulled out heavily — about $26.4 billion so far in 2026, already topping last year’s total outflow.
A forecast of the weakest monsoon in 11 years is raising worries about crops, food prices and growth, keeping the door open for rate hikes later in the year.