The Indian stock market is expected to open higher on Monday, driven by positive signals from the Gift Nifty, which is trading at 24,468, reflecting a premium of nearly 100 points from the previous close of Nifty futures. This positive outlook comes amidst mixed cues from global markets, particularly as tensions escalate between the US and Iran. Over the weekend, the situation intensified when the US seized an Iranian-flagged cargo ship near the Strait of Hormuz, prompting Iran's military to threaten retaliation. As a result, crude oil prices surged, with Brent crude rising 6.10% to $95.89 per barrel and US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) crude futures increasing 7.49% to $90.13 per barrel. Conversely, gold prices fell more than 1% as the dollar strengthened, with spot gold dropping 1.4% to $4,762.09 per ounce. Investors are advised to stay tuned for live updates on the Indian stock market throughout the day.