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Indian Shares Struggle Amid U.S. Tariff Concerns

Investors are on edge as Indian shares may struggle to find footing amid tariffs set to take effect on April 2. Rising geopolitical tensions alongside U.S. President Trump's warning may weigh on stock prices.

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Impact of U.S. Tariffs
Recent statements from U.S. President Donald Trump indicate that India will be subjected to reciprocal tariffs, potentially harming exports in agricultural and pharmaceutical sectors. Although the Indian equity market showed some resilience, with significant gains recently and net buying from foreign institutional investors (FIIs), the looming tariffs could create jitters among investors.

Market Sentiment
The Indian markets, represented by Sensex and Nifty, experienced a jump of around 1.2% each in previous sessions. However, there is a cautionary tone given the potential adverse effects from U.S. tariffs starting April 2. Additionally, geopolitical tensions have further complicated an already sensitive market environment.

Global Market Conditions
U.S. markets showed slight declines amid fears related to tariffs and escalating global tensions, suggesting a cautious outlook for equities. The tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite dropped by 0.3% and the S&P 500 fell 0.2%, reflecting broader concerns over trade relations and their implications for economic health. On the European front, major indexes also experienced downturns, with the pan-European STOXX 600 losing 0.4%.

In summary, while Indian stocks have shown resilience recently, the impact of U.S. tariffs and ongoing global uncertainties could lead to fluctuations in stock prices going forward.
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