- The Indian stock market is likely to witness a strong gap-up opening on Friday, April 11, 2025, driven by favorable global cues, easing policy concerns, and a rebound in key sectors like pharma, metals, and technology.
On Friday, April 11, the Indian stock market might open with a significant gap-up, perhaps fueled by relief from one of the most urgent issues of the day: the trade war.
US President Donald Trump increased taxes on Chinese imports to 125% while announcing a 90-day halt on reciprocal duties. Trump, meanwhile, declared that the baseline 10% duty on all other goods will not be lifted.
Due to Mahavir Jayanti, the domestic market is closed today, Thursday, April 10.
Indian Stock Market to Surge on Friday: The Trump Factor Behind Gap-Up Opening
- On Friday, the domestic market might open with a strong gap-up, following the lead of its main international peers.
Trump’s declaration that tariffs on all nations except China would be paused delivered a huge boost to The S&P 500 increased 9.52% on Wall Street, while the Nasdaq surged 12.16%. The Dow Jones recorded a huge 7.87 percent increase. The FTSE, CAC, and DAX all surged up to 6% in Europe, while the Nikkei closed up 8.36%, the Taiwan Weighted Index gained 8.46%, and the Kospi jumped 6.19% in Asia. o The mood of the world market.
As previously reported by Mint, Trump declared on Wednesday that he had approved a 90-day break and a 10% reduction in the reciprocal tariff during the three-month truce amid market meltdowns brought on by trade disputes. Additionally, President Trump declared that the United States had raised its tariffs on China to an astounding 125%.
Indian Stock Market Reacts to Trump’s 90-Day Tariff Pause: CEO Insights Explained
The director and CEO of Stoxkart, Pranay Aggarwal, noted that President Trump has announced a 90-day halt on the most of these tariffs, with the exception of China, which was subject to a 125% increase. International markets responded favorably to this action, which aims to reduce economic tensions worldwide.
Indian Stock Market sentiment is likely to be influenced as Asian markets rebounded, driven by improved investor confidence. However, the abrupt changes in tariff policies continue to introduce volatility across global markets.
“Sectors immediately affected by the tariffs, such pharmaceuticals and seafood exports, continue to suffer difficulties even though the tariff halt has temporarily eased their burden. “To navigate this time of uncertainty, investors are advised to keep a close eye on ongoing trade negotiations and sector-specific developments,” Aggarwal said.
Other elements that could improve market sentiment
Apart from Trump’s tariff pause, which serves as an immediate trigger, the Indian Stock Market is also expected to gain from positive macroeconomic developments. These supportive fundamentals may further strengthen the market’s upward momentum in the coming sessions.
The Reserve Bank of India on Wednesday announced a 25 bps rate cut and projected a moderation in inflation for FY26 — a move that could boost investor confidence in the Indian Stock Market.
