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Indian Stock Markets Rebound Sharply as Global Sentiment Improves
India’s stock markets made a strong comeback on April 8, 2025, following a three-day slump that wiped out billions in investor wealth. The BSE Sensex and Nifty50 jumped significantly in early trading, mirroring gains in Asian markets and investor optimism over potential easing of global trade tensions.
Sensex and Nifty50 Rally After Sharp Declines
After a rough patch last week, the BSE Sensex surged over 1,200 points to reclaim the 74,300 mark. The Nifty50 index also climbed past 22,500, registering a gain of more than 400 points in intraday trade.
This rebound follows steep losses that erased nearly $280 billion from Indian equities in the past three trading sessions. On Tuesday, however, investors seemed optimistic as markets reacted to possible softening of the U.S. stance on aggressive trade tariffs.
Global Trade Talks Boost Market Confidence
One of the key drivers of Tuesday’s rally was a recovery in global markets, especially across Asia. Reports indicated that the United States might consider revising or negotiating aspects of its “reciprocal” tariff policies, which had caused widespread concern among global investors.
As signs of flexibility emerged from Washington, markets from Japan to India reacted positively. Analysts believe the market is still fragile but welcomed the bounce as a sign of stabilizing investor sentiment.
Sectoral Indices Shine Across the Board
All 13 major sectoral indices on the NSE opened in the green. The Nifty Smallcap index rose by 2.6%, while the Nifty Midcap index gained 2.2%.
Some of the top-performing sectors included:
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Banking and Finance
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Information Technology
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Auto and FMCG stocks
These gains were seen as a broad-based recovery rather than a narrow rebound.
Market Experts Warn of Continued Volatility
Despite the rally, analysts urged caution. The broader concerns over U.S. tariff threats and ongoing geopolitical uncertainties mean that market volatility could persist in the coming days.
Experts suggest investors avoid panic-driven trades and stay focused on long-term fundamentals. Any sudden change in global trade negotiations could shift market momentum quickly.
Investor Sentiment Turns Cautiously Positive
While the rally provided some relief, many retail and institutional investors are still watching key global and domestic developments. Corporate earnings reports, policy announcements, and updates on international trade negotiations will continue to influence market direction this week.
