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Once it starts, there is no point in guessing when it will end. All the so-called analysis is not worth much as no one can say for sure what Pakistan’s reaction may be, or how India will respond to that. What matters most now is thinking beyond the conflict. And yes, it would be a great idea to conserve cash, to be used at the opportune time. If matters escalate further, the first phase of correction will be across the board. It would be differentiated after that.