Trump tariff bleed Indian markets: Investors lose Rs 11.3 lakh crore since April 2

Indian investors faced a large-scale bloodbase in Dalal Street, with the market capitalization of BSE-list companies fell from Rs 11.30 lakh crore from the beginning of April.
The decline from tariff concerns was triggered by a series of aggressive tariff announcements between the United States and China.
Since April 2, the BSE benchmark Sensx marked 1,460.18 points or 1.90 percent. The decline reflected the growing uncertainty in the global financial markets, which were first shaken when US President Donald Trump introduced a comprehensive tariff scheme in the first week of April.
On April 2, the total market capitalization of BSE-list firms fell to Rs 401.67 lakh crore, a drop of more than Rs 11.3 lakh crore (4.66 trillion dollars).
The announcement determines the possibility of a full-developed trade war, especially China, with a 125 percent increase on American goods, later responded with ventilative duties on American goods after the announcement of implementing 145 percent levy.
India was also caught in a crossfire, in which the US announced a 26 percent tariff on Indian imports.
However, the turmoil was closed when Trump suspended the tariff for 90 days for 90 days, except China with benchmark indices, benchmark indices increased by about 2 percent after temporarily stopping additional import duties for most countries.
The markets made a rocky start for the new financial year after Trump announced a mutual tariff on the world. There was a strong loss in the global markets, and India was also not immune for the sell-offs, but so far performed relatively better, “said Lemon Markets Desk analyst Satish Chandra Alauri.
Research and Advisory at Master Capital Services, AVP, AVP, Vishnu Kant Upadhyay said that while Indian markets have faced challenges in recent weeks, the biggest concern remains the global uncertainty arising from America-China stress.
He said that Indian equity markets are undergoing a complex landscape of global uncertainties and potential changes in American trade policy. While strengthening domestic flexibility and corporate income may be introduced a basis for recovery, investor spirit is under pressure.
He said that despite the reforms that began last year, there is optimism about a market rebound in the second half of FY 26, better corporate income and renewed foreign capital flow, as evaluations are now more attractive.
“But the current stage of uncertainty can last from one and three to six months, especially from the fear of American recession and recession that is preventing investor’s spirit. Conversely, if the global condition stabilizes, Indian equity may once again emerge as a desirable destination for foreign investors, seeking long -term growth abilities, ”said Upadhyay.
He further emphasized that India’s economy remains at a solid rungs, but the support and flexibility of continuous policy would be important to mold domestic industries with external shocks.
Mahavir Jayanti and Dr. on 10 April and 14 April. The market remained closed due to bra Ambedkar Jayanti.