Stock Market Today: Nifty 50, Sensex Recover from Lows but End in Red; Smallcaps Face Pressure

Despite an early rebound, Indian markets closed slightly lower, with Nifty 50 down 0.02% and Sensex slipping 0.09%. Smallcaps remained under pressure, while metals, IT, and realty sectors provided support.

March 3, 2025: Indian equity markets witnessed a day of volatility on March 3, 2025, as benchmark indices attempted to recover from last week’s heavy losses but ultimately closed in the red. The Nifty 50 ended marginally lower by 0.02% at 22,119, while the Sensex slipped 0.09% to finish at 73,085.

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Market Performance Overview

Broader market: Mixed trend; Nifty Midcap 100 gained 0.14%, closing at 47,984, while Nifty Smallcap 100 declined 0.27% to 14,660.
Sectoral Performance: Buying interest was seen in metals, IT, and realty, while oil & gas and financial services stocks struggled.
PSU Stocks: The BSE PSU index reached an all-time high with cumulative profits of ₹5 trillion in FY 2023-24.

Key Market Drivers

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Trade War Concerns: Investors remain cautious amid global trade uncertainties, fueled by Donald Trump’s tariff announcements, which could spark retaliatory measures and disrupt global supply chains.
India’s Economic Growth: India’s GDP grew by 6.2% YoY in Q3 FY24, rebounding from a seven-quarter low. However, global economic uncertainty continues to weigh on investor sentiment.
Portfolio Rebalancing: Escalating trade tensions have led investors to shift towards safe-haven assets, causing mixed trends in equity markets.

Looking Ahead

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While domestic economic indicators remain positive, global trade tensions and geopolitical risks continue to influence market sentiment. Investors will closely watch upcoming economic data, corporate earnings, and global cues to gauge future market direction.

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Misha Bhatia