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While tariffs have been worse than Trump s first term, they have not been as bad as expected. Repeated reversals on Canada/Mexico policy and ambiguity on reciprocal tariffs exist yet trade policy with respect to China is more focused.

Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL) secured new orders worth Rs 843 crore, bringing its total orders for FY25 to Rs 14,567 crore. The company reported strong Q3 earnings with a 47.3% growth in PAT and a 38.6% increase in revenue. Analysts have set a target price of Rs 336 for BEL, with a consensus "Buy" rating.

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HDFC Securities recommends buying Maruti Suzuki India, setting a target price of Rs 14,839. The shift in company strategy, including aggressive new model launches and potential benefits from global EV production, could regain market share. Maruti Suzuki s Consolidated Total Income for the recent quarter is reported at Rs 39,822 crore, with a net profit of Rs 3,659.80 crore.

Gensol Engineering s shares attracted attention after credit rating agencies CARE and ICRA downgraded the company’s multiple credit ratings. Following this, Gensol Engineering announced that its CFO had resigned to pursue external opportunities.

IPO-bound Groww is launching wealth management services for high-net-worth individuals under the brand W, offering portfolio management and alternative investment funds. The move marks its first independent expansion as it prepares for an IPO.

Gold prices remained steady as investors awaited crucial inflation data to determine the Federal Reserve s interest rate path amid ongoing trade tensions and economic growth concerns. Meanwhile, Trump s recent tariffs on imports have fueled market uncertainty, pushing gold to record highs earlier this year.

The yen traded near five-month highs amid investor fears of a U.S. tariff-driven economic slowdown, with U.S. stocks and the dollar showing declines. The Nasdaq fell 4% and the S&P 500 slid 2.7%. Analysts noted the dollar s lack of appeal despite the usual rise during market volatility, highlighting concerns over U.S. growth and equity market stability.

Oil prices declined due to fears that U.S. tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China will slow global economies and reduce energy demand. U.S. President Trump s tariff policies have unsettled markets, leading to a wave of selling. Meanwhile, OPEC+ plans to increase oil production in April, with potential reversals if imbalances occur.

The Indian stock market has experienced a sustained dip, driven by global funds exiting the market and domestic investors stepping in. Retail investors, unfamiliar with market valuations, risk significant losses without better saving options. Policymakers must provide alternatives to mitigate potential economic and trust impacts.