Stock Market Opening Bell: Sensex Declines 0.31%, Nifty 50 Falls 0.39% - Here's Why

Sensex fell 0.31% to 76515.10 and Nifty 50 declined 0.39% to 23904.80 on July 23, 2026.

Markets opened lower amid rising tensions from the ongoing US-Iran war.

US military launched fresh strikes targeting Iran's military government and infrastructure sites.

US President Donald Trump stated Iran wants a deal but is not 'ready' for it yet.

Iran continues to blockade and target ships passing through the Strait of Hormuz.