India, Oct. 26 -- The Indian stock market is expected to remain under pressure on Monday, October 26, as rising crude oil prices and escalating geopolitical tensions weigh on investor sentiment. Persistent selling across mid-cap and small-cap stocks, alongside concerns about higher inflation, could keep traders cautious during the session.

Crude oil prices climbed above $114 per barrel, gaining 1.1% and reaching a five-month high amid concerns over possible disruptions to Middle East supplies and risks surrounding Saudi oil facilities.

"Indian markets are likely to remain weak amid heightened geopolitical tensions and rising crude oil prices, which are fuelling inflation concerns," said Siddhartha Khemka, Head of Research, Wealth Manage...