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Your Weekly Stock Markets Rundown: Global Markets Reel as Trump’s Tariff Threats Unsettle Investors
March 3-7, 2025
thestock whisperers
March 01, 2025
March 3-7, 2025
Equity markets in India, Asia, and Europe faced heavy selling pressure last week after US President Donald Trump announced new tariffs on trading partners, effective March 2025.
The tariff threats, targeting imports like cars, semiconductors, and lumber, sparked fears of a global economic slowdown, rattling investor confidence.
Indian indices ended February sharply lower, with the Sensex down 1.90% at 73,198.10 and Nifty down 1.86% at 22,124.70 on February 28, mirroring global weakness.
Investors await clarity on tariff timelines and tax hike details, alongside key economic data releases this week for directional cues.
📅 Weekly Events Calendar
Date | Event |
|---|---|
Mar 3, 2025 | Auto Sales (Feb Wholesale Dispatch); India Final Manufacturing PMI; Global PMI Updates; Euro Area Inflation (Feb) |
Mar 4, 2025 | Coforge Board Meeting (Stock Split Proposal) |
Mar 5, 2025 | India Final Services PMI; Global Services PMI Updates; Bharat Electronics & LIC Housing Finance Board Meetings; Australia GDP (Q4 2024) |
Mar 6, 2025 | ECB Interest Rate Decision; US & Canada Exports-Imports (Jan) |
Mar 7, 2025 | China Exports-Imports (Jan); US Unemployment Rate & Non-Farm Payrolls (Feb) |
💡 DO YOU KNOW?
The Nifty’s 1.86% drop on February 28 marked its worst monthly losing streak in 29 years, erasing ₹85 lakh crore in investor wealth since September 2024 highs.
Important Observations and Market Sentiments: Editor Special
Trump’s tariff announcements—25% on Canada and Mexico, 10% on China, and potential EU levies—could disrupt global trade flows, with ripple effects on India’s export sectors.
Weak global cues and uncertainty over tariff quantum and timelines may keep volatility high; investors are bracing for retaliatory measures from affected nations.
India’s auto sector faces headwinds as February wholesale dispatches are expected to reflect subdued retail demand—watch for stock-specific reactions on March 3.
Upcoming PMI data and US jobs figures could either ease or amplify growth concerns, while the ECB’s rate decision may influence global liquidity sentiment.
👀Stocks to Focus:
Tata Motors & Bajaj Auto: Auto sales data may pressure these stocks if wholesale numbers disappoint.
Coforge: Stock split proposal on March 4 could spark interest if approved.
Bharat Electronics: Interim dividend announcement on March 5 may lift sentiment.
📜 Summary:
Global markets, including India, are under strain as Trump’s tariff threats escalate trade tensions, with last week’s selloff setting a cautious tone for March. This week’s economic data—auto sales, PMIs, trade figures, and US jobs—alongside the ECB’s rate call, will shape near-term trends. Investors should stay vigilant as tariff clarity and macroeconomic cues unfold.
🚀 Stay cautious, watch key events, and trade wisely!
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