Sensex, Nifty Open Lower; Asian Shares Trade Down Amid Escalating Global Tensions

Asian shares slipped and the dollar firmed as the US and Iran traded escalating threats, sending oil prices on a roller-coaster ride. Indian benchmark indices ended Friday on a positive note, driven by strong buying in IT, auto, and metal stocks. Stocks such as Vedanta, Tata Capital, Tata Motors PV, Godrej Properties, and Dr Reddy's are likely to remain in focus. GIFT Nifty signals a gap-down start.