Sensex up at 1,200 points day after mega market crash due to Trump tariffs

This uptick follows heightened volatility sparked by fears of a potential recession and rising inflation, triggered by tariff-related tensions initiated by US President Donald Trump.

By  Jasleen Kaur Gulati April 8th 2025 09:51 AM
Sensex up at 1,200 points day after mega market crash due to Trump tariffs

PTC News Desk: Markets staged a strong rebound today, with the Sensex surging over 1,000 points and the Nifty climbing above 22,500, signaling a broad-based recovery after yesterday’s sharp decline. This uptick follows heightened volatility sparked by fears of a potential recession and rising inflation, triggered by tariff-related tensions initiated by US President Donald Trump.


Here's a quick breakdown:

Sensex: Rose over 1,000 points, now trading above 74,200


Nifty: Up 1.5%, crossing the 22,500 mark


Sectoral Indices: All in the green, showing a sharp recovery across the board


Analysts’ View: The panic appears to have subsided; some suggest Trump might soften his tariff stance, which has helped stabilize investor sentiment.


Sectoral Performance:


Metals: The Nifty Metal index surged approximately 2.67%, reflecting renewed investor confidence in the sector. ​

Power: The power sector witnessed a gain of around 2.09%, indicating strong performance across energy-related stocks. 

Auto: The automotive sector climbed by about 1.35%, buoyed by positive sentiment and buying interest. ​

Realty: Real estate stocks also participated in the upswing, contributing to the overall market rebound. ​

Banking and Financial Services: These sectors saw significant gains, with major banks and financial institutions reflecting optimism in the financial markets. 

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