Weekly market update, Apr 03, 2026

The Indian stock market ended on a lower note for a sixth straight week, amid heightened volatility driven by a blend of global and domestic uncertainties. In a holiday-shortened week, the BSE benchmark Sensex declined 0.35%, and the NSE Nifty fell 0.46%. The broader market indices BSE 150 Midcap lost 0.55% and BSE 250 Smallcap rose by 0.83%. On the BSE sectoral front, it was mixed. BSE Healthcare was the major loser, down 2.49%, followed by Bankex and Auto, down 1.37% and 1.18%, respectively. BSE IT and Metal were the major gainers, up 2.96% and 2.66 respectively.

In the coming week, the domestic stock market is expected to remain volatile as investors track the Reserve Bank’s monetary policy decision, key global macroeconomic data and the impact of the West Asia conflict, analysts said. Movements in crude oil prices and foreign fund flows will also influence domestic equities. A rate pause is near-certain consensus, the central bank walks a tightrope between crude-driven inflation risks and a four-year low Manufacturing PMI signalling a softening growth impulse. The governor’s commentary on the rate cycle trajectory and FY27 projections will be closely monitored. According to analysts, any signs of de-escalation in the West Asia conflict may provide relief through softer crude prices and currency stability, while further escalation could prolong risk aversion and sustain pressure on foreign flows.

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