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India s pharmaceutical sector avoids immediate impact from newly declared tariffs on over 60 countries. However, HDFC Securities estimates potential hits to EBITDA ranging from 3-45% under different scenarios. Sun Pharma, Aurobindo, and Dr. Reddy’s have significant US sales, making them more vulnerable.

India s competitive advantage is improving due to cooling dollar and oil prices, with tariffs on China benefiting India. Sectors like financials, real estate, and building materials are likely to see growth. Although consumption may be weak initially, it is expected to recover later in the year. The broader markets may improve towards the end of fiscal year 26.

Silver prices plummeted to Rs 96,917 per kg on MCX due to concerns of decreased industrial demand following US tariffs. Despite long-term supply issues, expectations of continued depreciation linger, while gold experiences minor gains amidst uncertainties.

Five stocks saw long buildup on April 3, signaling bullish sentiment as both open interest (OI) and stock prices rose. IDFC First Bank led with a 9.04% OI surge and a 5.73% price increase. GMR Airports, Angel One, Power Grid, and Bandhan Bank also gained significantly.

Jefferies assesses Trump’s 26% tariff impact on Indian sectors. IT services and pharma face minimal risk, while textiles, chemicals, and solar are among the worst hit. Autos and industrials with high U.S. exposure remain vulnerable. Weaker U.S. GDP growth poses a larger indirect threat.

Indian benchmark indices closed lower on Thursday after the U.S. imposed 26% reciprocal tariffs, though losses were tempered by a surge in pharma stocks exempted from the duties and a relatively lower tariff rate compared to other Asian peers.

Donald Trump s latest tariffs have significantly impacted US assets, with equity index futures down over 4% and the dollar slumping. The US stock market, already struggling, faces increased pressure, while international investors may shift funds away from the US due to growing trade war concerns.

The rupee closed stronger at 85.43 against the USD, helped by a weaker dollar and inflows, while India faces a softer tariff levy than its regional peers. The rupee trimmed earlier losses, supported by broad-based interbank offers, and was further bolstered as the dollar index dropped significantly.

Veteran investor Vijay Kedia views the US tariffs on India as an opportunity for transformation and believes it will renew India s economic and emotional strength. Despite the volatility and concerns in the Indian market, experts suggest this challenge could be a pivot point for deeper trade rebalancing.

The Nifty Bank index closed 0.49 per cent up at 51597.35.