Stock market today, March 30 -- The domestic benchmark indices, Nifty 50 and Sensex, are poised to start the week on a down note this Monday, March 30 facing their most significant monthly decline in six years. This trend is mirroring downturns seen across Asia, following a spike in oil prices exceeding $115 per barrel due to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East, which has diminished investors' risk tolerance.

As of 8:04 IST, GIFT Nifty futures were quoted at 22,564.5, suggesting that the Nifty 50 benchmark might open lower than its previous close of 22,819.6 points on Friday.

The conflict between the US and Israel against Iran has now entered its fifth week, expanding further throughout the Middle East. Over the weekend, Yemen's Hou...