On April 7, 2025, the Indian stock market experienced a significant downturn, with the Nifty 50 index closing at 21,975.90, down 929 points or 4.05%. The Times of India+1Business News Today+1
Market Performance:
- Opening: The Nifty 50 opened sharply lower, reflecting global market anxieties.mint+2Reuters+2The Economic Times+2
- Intraday Low: The index touched an intraday low of 21,800.The Economic Times+5Reuters+5The Times of India+5
- Closing: It settled at 21,975.90, marking a 4.05% decline from the previous close.The Times of India
Sectoral Impact:
- Metals: The Nifty Metal index plunged by 8%, with Tata Steel witnessing a sharp decline of 11.25%. The Times of India+2India Today+2The Economic Times+2
- Information Technology: The Nifty IT index dropped over 7%, with Tech Mahindra, Infosys, and HCLTech each falling by approximately 6%. The Economic Times
- Auto, Realty, Oil & Gas: These sectors each declined by more than 5%.The Economic Times+1The Times of India+1
Top Losers:
- Tata Steel: Down by 11.25%.
- Tata Motors: Fell by 8.24%.The Times of India+8India Today+8Reuters+8
- Tech Mahindra: Declined by 6.70%.India Today
- Infosys & HCLTech: Each down by 6.00%. India Today
Investor Sentiment:
The market downturn led to a substantial erosion of investor wealth, with the total market capitalization of all BSE-listed companies dropping by ₹19.4 lakh crore, bringing it down to ₹383.95 lakh crore. The Economic Times
Global Influences:
The sharp decline in Indian equities was influenced by escalating trade tensions and growing recession fears in the U.S., which triggered a global market sell-off. The Economic Times+1Reuters+1
Conclusion:
The Nifty 50’s performance on April 7, 2025, underscores the impact of global economic uncertainties on domestic markets. Investors are advised to exercise caution and stay informed about international developments that could influence market dynamics
