Indian Stocks Hit By Global Turmoil After Trump’s Tariff Announcement

New Delhi, 4th April 2025: Donald Trump’s announcement of the Reciprocal Tariff has sent ripples through global markets, including a significant impact on the Indian stock market. On Friday, marking the fifth trading day of the week, the Sensex plummeted by 500 points, while the Nifty followed suit, losing 200 points and trading close to the 23,000 mark. This sudden downturn underscores the far-reaching consequences of Trump’s trade policies, which continue to spark market volatility worldwide.

The Indian stock market began the day in the red on Thursday, with both major indices experiencing sharp declines. The Sensex on the BSE dropped 322 points, closing at 76,295, while the Nifty on the NSE lost 39 points, ending at 23,242. This downward trend came as global economic worries continued to shake investor confidence. Concerns about ongoing trade tensions, changing international policies, and political instability around the world have kept markets on edge.

The decline in India’s stock market wasn’t just about global issues but domestic concerns like inflation and slower growth in corporate earnings also played a role. Investors are feeling cautious as they try to predict how these factors will impact the economy in the coming months.

Among the most actively traded stocks on the NSE were Tejas Networks, Persistent Systems, Bajaj Finance, Infosys, and BSE Ltd. Despite the overall market decline, these companies saw a lot of trading activity, indicating that some investors are still trying to find opportunities in specific sectors like technology and finance. However, the day’s losses reflect the uncertainty in the air, as the market tries to navigate through these turbulent times.
While some sectors like technology and finance are still seeing some activity, the overall situation in the market is uncertain.

Global trade tensions aren’t letting up, and concerns about India’s economy are also affecting how investors feel. This means that the market could stay unpredictable in the coming weeks. Investors will have to be extra careful and ready to adjust to any new changes. Right now, everyone is waiting to see how things will play out. The next few days could be really important in deciding the future direction of the Indian stock market and how confident investors will feel.