West Asia conflict, crude prices likely to drive stock markets this week

•West Asia conflict and crude oil prices are major drivers for stock markets this week, according to analysts.

•US inflation data, foreign investor trading, and global market trends will also influence domestic equities.

•Brent crude rose over 8% and WTI crude over 9% due to US-Iran hostilities and Strait of Hormuz concerns.

•US jobs data and upcoming inflation data will shape expectations for Federal Reserve policy and global market sentiment.