Nifty Metal Index Plunges 5% Amid Geopolitical Tensions, Strait of Hormuz Ultimatum

• Nifty Metal index fell 4.71% to 10,874, making it one of the worst-performing sectoral indices.
• Escalating geopolitical tensions in West Asia, including US President Trump's ultimatum on the Strait of Hormuz, triggered a broader market rout.
• All 15 constituents of the Nifty Metal index traded in the red, with Hindustan Copper leading losses at 7.34%.
• Market decline is driven by intensifying Middle East tensions, rising crude oil volatility, and investor risk aversion.
• Experts suggest recovery depends on easing tensions, but a sharp rebound is unlikely due to prior strong rally and profit booking.