Closing Bell: Sensex Sinks 931 Pts, Nifty Below 22,905 Amid US Tariff Worries on April 04, 2025

On Friday, April 04, 2025, Indian stock markets continued to decline for the second consecutive session after US President Donald Trump announced reciprocal tariffs.

The Sensex dropped 930.67 points (1.22%) to close at 75,364.69, fluctuating between 76,258.12 and 75,240.55 during the session. The Nifty50 also ended lower by 345.65 points (1.49%), closing at 22,904.45.

Top Gainers and Losers

Out of the 30 Sensex stocks, 23 ended in the red. The biggest losers included Tata Steel, Tata Motors, L&T, Adani Ports, IndusInd Bank, Tech Mahindra, and Reliance Industries, which fell up to 8.36%. On the other hand, HDFC Bank, Bajaj Finance, Nestle India, ICICI Bank, Asian Paints, ITC, and Axis Bank managed to gain up to 1.59%.

Broader Market Impact

• The Nifty Smallcap100 index suffered the most, falling 3.56%.

• The Nifty Midcap100 index also declined 2.91%.

Sectoral Performance

Most sectors ended in the red, except Nifty Financial Services and FMCG. The worst-hit sectors included:

• Metals, IT, Oil & Gas, PSU Banks, Auto, and Realty, which fell between 2% and 6.5%.

Market Volatility Increases

The India VIX, which measures market volatility, rose 1.13% to 13.76 points, indicating increased uncertainty in the market.

Oil Prices

As of April 04, 2025, at 03:31 PM, Brent Crude was trading at $67.78, down by 3.36%.

Conclusion

Indian markets faced heavy selling pressure for the second straight session, with global trade tensions weighing on investor sentiment. With rising volatility, investors should stay cautious and focus on risk management while monitoring global cues.

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