Stock Market Crash: Sensex and Nifty Plunge Amid Global Economic Concerns, Trump’s Tariff Policy Adds PressureJakhal Web Desk: April 5, 2025India’s stock market witnessed a sharp fall today, marking another bloodbath on Dalal Street. After showing slight recovery over the past two trading sessions, the market once again succumbed to heavy selling pressure, triggered largely by global economic instability and renewed fears stemming from former U.S. President Donald Trump’s aggressive tariff policies.Sensex Falls Over 930 Points, Nifty Below 23,000The BSE Sensex plummeted by 930.67 points, ending the day at 75,364.69, while the NSE Nifty 50 dropped 345.65 points to close at 22,904.45. Intra-day trading saw the Sensex at one point falling over 1,000 points, and the Nifty dipping below the critical 22,900 level.Across-the-Board Sell-Off Hits All Major SectorsThe crash impacted all major indices and sectors. Massive sell-offs were witnessed in metals, real estate, pharmaceuticals, IT, automobile, and oil & gas sectors. Every major sectoral index ended in the red, with steep declines indicating panic among investors.Trump’s latest policy move to impose 25% tariffs on automobile imports has severely impacted Indian auto stocks. Tata Motors, for instance, recorded a 7% drop, while Tata Steel, heavily reliant on global exports, saw its stock plunge by a staggering 9%.
IT Stocks Bleed as Global Tensions
EscalateLeading Indian IT giants like Wipro, TCS, Infosys, HCL Tech, Tech Mahindra, and Larsen & Toubro also faced major losses. Analysts link this to uncertainties in U.S.-India trade dynamics and the potential impact of Trump’s foreign policy decisions on outsourcing and exports.Nifty SmallCap and MidCap Also in RedThe Nifty SmallCap 100 Index slumped by 3.56%, while the Nifty MidCap 100 dropped by 2.91%—highlighting the widespread investor caution and lack of confidence across market capitalizations.Gold Prices Drop on MCX Due to Profit BookingIn commodity markets, gold prices witnessed a sharp fall. On the MCX, gold dropped by ₹650 per 10 grams, bringing the price down to ₹89,450, largely due to heavy profit booking.Top Gainers and LosersWhile most stocks faced heavy losses, a few managed to hold their ground:Top Gainers: Tata Consumer Products, Bajaj Finance, HDFC Bank, Nestlé India, Apollo HospitalsTop Losers: Tata Steel, Hindalco, ONGC, Tata Motors, CiplaMarket Outlook: What’s Next?The current downturn has raised serious concerns among investors and analysts alike. With the global economic outlook uncertain and policy shocks coming from international leaders like Trump, the Indian stock market could face further turbulence in the coming days.Experts caution that if the market doesn’t recover early next week, it might discourage fresh investments and deepen the bearish sentiment.Disclaimer: The information presented in this article is for educational and informational purposes only. Investing in the stock market involves risks. Always consult a certified financial advisor before making any investment decisions. ShillongLive.com does not provide investment advice or recommend specific stocks.