Stock market today: BSE Sensex tanks over 500 points; Nifty50 near 23,200 as Trump imposes 26% reciprocal tariffs on India – The Times of India
Stock market today: BSE Sensex and Nifty50, the Indian equity benchmark indices, opened in red on Thursday after US President Donald Trump announced 26% reciprocal tariffs on India. While BSE Sensex dipped over 500 points, Nifty50 was near 23,200. At 9:16 AM, BSE Sensex was trading at 76,106.07, down 511 points or 0.67%. Nifty50 was at 23,200.80, down 132 points or 0.56%.
Thursday’s market performance will be influenced by US President Trump’s stance on reciprocal tariffs. Market experts indicate that Indian equities are likely to experience fluctuations, influenced by global market reactions.
US stock indices ended higher following an uneven trading day on Wednesday, initially declining before recovering as investors adjusted their positions ahead of US President Donald Trump’s comprehensive tariff announcements.
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Asian equities witnessed sharp declines while safe-haven assets surged after US President Donald Trump’s announcement of steeper-than-expected reciprocal tariffs, triggering worries about economic growth and inflation.
Gold achieved a new record high on Thursday as investors sought refuge in safe-haven assets following Trump’s announcement of heightened tariffs against key trading partners.
Oil prices fell $2 on Thursday following Trump’s tariff announcement, with traders concerned about reduced crude demand amidst global trade tensions.
FIIs registered net sales of Rs 1,539 crore on Wednesday, whilst DIIs purchased shares worth Rs 2,808 crore.
FII net short positions decreased from Rs 66,578 crore on Tuesday to Rs 62,329 crore on Wednesday.
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