Indian equity benchmarks are expected to open flat on Tuesday, with the GIFT Nifty futures index trading around 24,077.
The forward indicator suggests a muted start for the Sensex and Nifty 50, as traders navigate a complex backdrop of escalating Middle East tensions and rising oil prices.
The cautious tone reflects broader risk aversion in global markets.
Investors are weighing the potential impact of geopolitical instability on energy costs and supply chains, which could dampen corporate earnings and consumer spending in the world's fifth-largest economy.
Brent crude prices have been under pressure from shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz, adding to the uncertainty.
Higher energy costs could exacerbate inflationary pressures in India, complicating the Reserve Bank of India's monetary policy outlook.