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Date: 04-apr-2025
On April 4, 2025, Indian stock markets opened lower, reacting sharply to global uncertainties following the announcement of steep import tariffs by the United States. The BSE Sensex fell by 342 points to trade near 75,953.43, while the Nifty 50 slipped 123 points, currently hovering at 23,126.65. Investor sentiment weakened across key sectors, especially in technology and export-driven industries.
The Information Technology sector was among the hardest hit, with the Nifty IT index falling 1.5%, marking its second day of consecutive losses. This comes amid growing fears of a U.S. recession, which would directly impact revenue streams of Indian software exporters. Companies with heavy exposure to U.S. clients, like Infosys and TCS, saw notable declines in early trade.
In contrast, the pharmaceutical sector displayed resilience, bolstered by news that Indian pharma exports have been excluded from the new U.S. tariffs. Leading drugmakers like Sun Pharma, Cipla, and Dr. Reddy’s gained ground, offering a cushion to the broader market losses. This exemption is expected to boost investor confidence in the healthcare segment.
The broader market tremors stem from U.S. President Donald Trump’s newly introduced trade policy, which includes:
This move has triggered a wave of concern globally, with analysts warning of a prolonged trade war scenario. While India has not been the worst hit, the effects are still palpable on Dalal Street.
Despite the volatility, market experts suggest that Indian equities may weather the storm better than peers in Asia. Analysts have listed stocks like NHPC and Symphony as attractive options for investors due to their strong domestic fundamentals and minimal exposure to global trade dynamics.
In the coming weeks, traders and investors should keep an eye on:
With markets on edge, cautious optimism and sector-specific strategy may offer the best path forward for Indian investors in April 2025.
Date: 04-Apr-2025
Dow Jones fell nearly 1,700 points after Trump announced sweeping import tariffs in April 2025. Investors fear recession, inflation, and stagflation risks. Learn how the market crash impacts tech stocks and the US economy.
Date: 04-Apr-2025
Dow Jones fell nearly 1,700 points after Trump announced sweeping import tariffs in April 2025. Investors fear recession, inflation, and stagflation risks. Learn how the market crash impacts tech stocks and the US economy.
04 Apr 2025
