Indian Shares Edge Higher as Brent Crude Extends Six-Session Losing Streak

Indian equities advanced in early trade on Wednesday, September 23, 2026, as Brent crude futures fell for a sixth straight session on optimism over U.S.-Iran negotiations and reports that Saudi Arabia restarted its East-West oil pipeline. The decline in crude prices eases imported inflation and fiscal pressure on India, a major oil importer, supporting sentiment toward domestic equities. Market participants are monitoring supply developments and diplomatic progress for further direction on energy prices and regional risk appetite.