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Stock Market Crash: Investors Lose ₹3.44 Lakh Crore as Sensex Falls 1,390 Points

The Indian stock market witnessed a steep fall on the first trading day of the new financial year as the Sensex plunged by 1,390 points, wiping out ₹3.44 lakh crore in investor wealth.

by Economy India
April 1, 2025
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Stock Market Crash: Investors Lose ₹3.44 Lakh Crore as Sensex Falls 1,390 PointsStock Market Crash: Investors Lose ₹3.44 Lakh Crore as Sensex Falls 1,390 Points

Stock Market Crash: Investors Lose ₹3.44 Lakh Crore as Sensex Falls 1,390 Points

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New Delhi (Economy India): The Indian stock market witnessed a steep fall on the first trading day of the new financial year as the Sensex plunged by 1,390 points, wiping out ₹3.44 lakh crore in investor wealth. The sharp decline was triggered by weak global trends, heavy foreign selling, and sectoral weakness in banking, IT, and auto stocks.


Major Market Crash: Key Highlights

🔻 Sensex fell 1,390.41 points (1.80%) to close at 76,024.51.
🔻 Intraday low: The index dropped as much as 1,502.74 points, hitting 75,912.18.
🔻 Nifty 50 lost 354 points (1.50%), settling below the 23,165-mark.
🔻 Investors’ wealth eroded by ₹3.44 lakh crore, with the total market capitalization of BSE-listed firms falling significantly.

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This marks one of the worst starts to a financial year, as markets faced a combination of domestic and global uncertainties.


What Triggered the Market Crash

Global Sell-Off Pressures Indian Markets

📉 Weakness in US and Asian markets weighed heavily on Indian equities. Rising concerns over geopolitical tensions, inflation, and high interest rates led to a broad-based sell-off.

FII Outflows and Banking Sector Weakness

📉 Foreign Institutional Investors (FIIs) were net sellers, booking profits after a strong rally in the previous months.
📉 Banking and financial stocks tumbled, with Nifty Bank falling over 900 points, as investors booked gains amid concerns about interest rate uncertainty.

IT and Auto Stocks Under Pressure

📉 The IT sector saw heavy selling, as weak global demand and declining tech stocks in the US dented sentiment.
📉 The auto sector also witnessed profit booking, despite strong sales data.


Sectoral Performance: Who Lost the Most

✅ Top Sectoral Losers:
🔴 IT Stocks: TCS, Infosys, and Wipro dropped 2-3%.
🔴 Banking & Financials: HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, and SBI lost 2-4%.
🔴 Auto Stocks: Maruti Suzuki and Tata Motors declined 1.5-2%.

✅ Defensive Sectors Held Ground:
✔️ Pharma stocks outperformed as investors sought safe-haven bets.
✔️ FMCG stocks showed resilience amid market volatility.


Investors’ Wealth Plummets: What’s Next

The sharp fall led to a massive wealth erosion of ₹3.44 lakh crore, raising concerns over near-term market stability. Analysts believe the volatility may continue in the coming weeks as markets navigate global uncertainties, central bank policies, and earnings season expectations.

🔎 Expert Take:

“The market correction was overdue after a strong rally. Investors should remain cautious and focus on fundamentally strong stocks. Any dips should be seen as a buying opportunity in quality stocks,” said a leading market analyst.

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What Should Investors Do Now

📍 Avoid panic selling – Market corrections are normal, and long-term investors should stay focused.
📍 Diversify portfolios – Defensive sectors like pharma and FMCG can provide stability.
📍 Watch for buying opportunities – Market dips offer a chance to accumulate quality stocks at lower valuations.


Market Outlook: Can Bulls Make a Comeback

Despite the steep fall, experts believe that Indian markets remain fundamentally strong. Key factors to watch include:
📈 Upcoming corporate earnings – A strong Q4 performance could boost investor confidence.
📈 Global economic data – Any positive signals from the US Federal Reserve or global markets could trigger a recovery.
📈 FII Activity – If foreign investors return, markets could stabilize soon.

Market participants are now eyeing the 23,000 level on the Nifty and 75,500 on the Sensex as key support levels. A sustained move below these levels could trigger further downside.

(Economy India)

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