Why is market falling today? Sensex, Nifty selloff wipes out Rs 5 lakh crore investor wealth: 5 key factors

Indian stock markets experienced a significant downturn on Wednesday morning. Sensex and Nifty saw substantial drops, reflecting investor concerns. Escalating US-Iran tensions and soaring oil prices spooked market participants. This sharp decline erased nearly Rs 5 lakh crore from market capitalization.