Neutral for IndiaAI assessmentReported
Cyclone Murasu expected near Ongole as thousands are evacuated
- Likely effect
- Little effect expected
- When
- Immediate
- Confidence
- Low
- Reported by
- 1 publisher
In simple words
What happened?
Cyclone Murasu is expected to hit near Ongole late Monday, with winds of 100-110km/h. Thousands have been evacuated.
Why does it matter to India?
Disruption around Ongole could affect nearby businesses and transport, while the impact on national markets may be small.
Little effect expected. Small impact.
What could it affect?
- Cyclone
- Transport
- Supply chains
- Coastal businesses
Inside India
How it could reach India
- Step 1Cyclone approaches near Ongole
- Step 2Evacuations disrupt local activity
- Step 3Transport and supply chains
- Step 4Exposed businesses face pressure
- Step 5Indian equities
Sectors that may feel it
Potentially negative
Aviation
Flights and airport operations in the affected area could face disruption.
Potentially negative
Infrastructure
Work and transport links near the cyclone's path could be disrupted.
Potentially negative
FMCG
Local distribution could face delays if transport and supply chains are disrupted.
What happened
The Meteorological Department expects Cyclone Murasu to hit near Ongole late Monday, with wind speeds of 100-110km/h. It is the second cyclone in a week, and thousands have been evacuated.
Why it matters
Local transport, power and supply chains could face disruption, putting pressure on exposed businesses. The effect on Indian equities may remain limited if disruption is confined to the affected area.
Global impact
Global market effects are usually limited unless a cyclone disrupts major exports or energy supplies. No broader market reaction is indicated by this event.
How the story broke
Related news
- US-Iran talks seek to reopen the Strait of Hormuz Mixed, score 61
- Goldman raises its December oil forecast to $105 Negative, score 61
- Gulf braces for more fighting between US, Israel and Iran Negative, score 61
- Oil prices rise as conflicts raise supply fears Negative, score 58
From news to research
Wealth has a new address
The radar shows what the world is doing. 72 Street is where analyst-led research on Indian markets lives.
