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Fri. 14 Mar 2025

Indian Stock Market Opens in Red: Sensex Falls 200 Points, Nifty Down Over 30

Date: 07-mar-2025

Indian Stock Market Opens in Red: Sensex Falls 200 Points, Nifty Down Over 30

Indian Stock Market Opens in Red: Sensex Drops 200 Points, Nifty Below Key Level

The Indian stock market started the day on a weak note on March 7, 2025, with the S&P BSE Sensex falling nearly 200 points and the Nifty 50 declining over 30 points. Market sentiment remained cautious due to global economic uncertainties, fluctuating foreign investments, and sector-specific weaknesses.

Market Performance at Opening

  • BSE Sensex: Down by 200 points, trading near 74,150.
  • Nifty 50: Declined by over 30 points, hovering around 22,480.
  • Bank Nifty: Dropped by 0.3%, reflecting cautious investor sentiment in the financial sector.

Factors Affecting Market Opening

Several domestic and global factors have contributed to the weak start of the Indian stock market today:

  • Weak Global Cues: Global equity markets saw a mixed performance due to economic policy uncertainties in the U.S. and China.
  • FII Outflows: Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) continued to pull funds, affecting market liquidity.
  • U.S. Tariff Uncertainty: The recent U.S. policy shift on tariffs has created volatility across global markets.
  • Sector-Wise Pressure: IT, banking, and auto stocks are witnessing profit-booking, weighing down indices.

Key Sector Performances

While the broader indices are trading lower, some sectors have been particularly affected:

  • IT Stocks: Infosys, Wipro, and TCS have seen early declines following weak NASDAQ performance.
  • Banking Sector: HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank are down, tracking global financial trends.
  • Auto Stocks: Maruti Suzuki and Tata Motors are trading lower due to demand concerns.

Outlook for the Day

Market experts anticipate a range-bound session with some volatility, especially with key economic data releases expected later in the day. Analysts suggest a cautious approach, advising investors to focus on defensive stocks and long-term investments amid ongoing uncertainties.