Wed Feb 12 09:34:40 UTC 2025: ## Indian Stock Market Suffers Fifth Consecutive Day of Losses

**MUMBAI, INDIA** – India’s stock market extended its losing streak for a fifth consecutive trading day on Tuesday, with both the Sensex and Nifty indices closing significantly lower. The downturn continued Wednesday, despite mixed signals from global markets.

The Sensex plummeted 1,018.20 points (1.32%) to close at 76,293.60 on Tuesday, while the Nifty fell 309.80 points (1.32%) to 23,071.80. Over the past five trading sessions, the Sensex has lost over 2,290 points, and the Nifty has shed more than 667 points.

While the GIFT Nifty opened in positive territory on Wednesday, global markets presented a mixed picture. The Dow Jones closed higher in the US, while the Nasdaq finished in the red. Asian markets showed a similar divergence, with Japan’s Nikkei trading higher and Hong Kong’s Hang Seng in positive territory, while South Korea’s Kospi opened flat.

Experts attribute the five-day slump to several factors. Vinod Nair, Head of Research at Geojit Financial Services, cited uncertainty surrounding US trade policies and tariffs, concerns over domestic economic growth, and continuous selling by foreign portfolio investors (FPIs) as contributing to weakening market sentiment. He noted that mid-cap and small-cap stocks have been particularly hard hit by concerns over demand and high valuations. While the Indian Rupee saw some recovery due to RBI intervention, Nair pointed out that it remains under pressure, suggesting continued market volatility.

FPIs have withdrawn ₹88,139 crore from Indian markets in 2025 so far, adding to the downward pressure. Experts also highlighted potential government spending cuts and the resulting investor uncertainty as a driver of selling. The sharp decline in mid-cap and small-cap stocks could also impact SIP inflows, potentially exacerbating market nervousness.

Analysts at various firms, including Mehta Equities and Quantes Research, emphasized the need for clarity on US Federal Reserve policy and India-US trade negotiations to alleviate market volatility. The significant sell-off in mid-cap and small-cap stocks, considered more vulnerable, is a major concern, urging traders to adopt a cautious approach. (Investors are advised to consult market experts before making any investment decisions.)

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