“Sensex, Nifty, Share Prices LIVE: Indian Markets Open Lower on FY26’s First Day, Global Tariff Concerns Weigh In”

• Market Opening: Sensex drops 423 points to 76,991, and Nifty falls 114 points to 23,404 as global headwinds continue to impact sentiment.
• US Tariff Worries: Investors remain cautious ahead of President Trump’s expected tariff measures on April 2.
• Analyst Outlook: Volatility expected, especially in mid- and small-cap stocks. Analysts suggest FY26 will require selective asset allocation, with expected equity returns of 13-15%.
• Foreign Investment Trends: FPIs return to buying, reducing March’s net outflows to ₹3,972 crore.
• Focus on Policy: Analysts are also watching for potential RBI rate cuts and the US Fed’s stance on interest rates.