Volatility Ahead: Warsh Speech, Iran Tensions, and Oil Prices in Focus
Indian equities are likely to remain volatile in the coming week as investors track key events. The first keynote address by US Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh at the annual Jackson Hole Economic Policy Symposium on August 28 will be closely watched, particularly with regards to rising US bond yields and persistent inflation concerns.
The ongoing US-Iran conflict is another major factor that could influence investor sentiment. Iran has criticized Washington's plans to impose new sanctions, warning that they could weaken its economy and affect key trading partners like China.
Crude oil prices are also expected to dictate market direction, with futures ending higher on Friday after US President Donald Trump threatened economic sanctions against countries trading with Iran.