Synopsis : Sensex crashed over 1,000 points and Nifty fell sharply as geopolitical tensions between India and Pakistan spooked investors. Broader markets saw deeper cuts, with mid and smallcaps plunging over 3%.
Friday opened with a bloodbath on Dalal Street, as benchmark indices reacted sharply to geopolitical tensions and cautious global cues. The BSE Sensex dropped 1,000+ points, marking one of its steepest intraday falls in recent weeks.
By 11 AM, the Sensex was down 925 points to 78,876.40, while the Nifty50 shed 305.50 points to 23,941.20 — both down over 1%. Financial and heavyweight stocks led the slide, driven by investor anxiety around India’s potential retaliation against Pakistan following the recent terror incident in Pahalgam.
Broader Market Pain:
Nifty Midcap 100 : Down 3.14%
Nifty Smallcap 100 : Down 3.61%
Key Market Triggers:
Heightened India-Pakistan tensions
Global uncertainty around US trade talks
Awaited Q4 earnings from giants like Reliance Industries and Maruti Suzuki
Cautious stance from foreign institutional investors
Expert Insight:
While short-term volatility is expected to continue, long-term investors may find value in phased investments. Analysts suggest closely tracking geopolitical updates and earnings releases in the coming days.
Mutual Fund Watch:
A recent review shows 1 in 3 equity MFs outperformed benchmarks on a risk-adjusted basis over the past 5 years, offering some solace to long-term investors.
IPO Corner:
Today marks the final subscription day for the Tankup Engineers IPO on the NSE SME platform.
Disclaimer : This article is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as investment advice. Please consult a licensed financial advisor before making any financial decisions.
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