Mazagon Dock’s 6% Fall
- 04th April 2025
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Wall Street witnessed a sharp sell-off in the previous session, with major indices plunging amid heightened investor concerns over escalating trade tensions and global economic uncertainties. The downturn was fueled by futures-driven declines and a broader risk-off sentiment. Asian markets followed suit, tracking the overnight losses from U.S. benchmarks. The Nikkei and Hang Seng are trading in the red, weighed down by tariff-related concerns. Indian markets are also expected to open on a cautious note, as indicated by GIFT Nifty, though the impact of global tariffs on India is expected to be less severe compared to other Asian peers. On the stock-specific front, Ultratech Cement will be in focus as the company plans to acquire Wonder Wallcare for ₹235 crore
Markets Around Us
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FTSE – 8,474.74 (-1.58%)
Nikkei 225 – 33,506.84 (-3.54%)
Hang Seng – 22,849.81 (0.00%)
Sector: Ship Building
Mazagon Dock Shares Drop 6% Amid OFS
Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders’ shares dropped 6% on April 4 as the government announced plans to sell up to 4.83% of its stake in the company through an Offer for Sale (OFS) at a floor price of Rs 2,525 per share. The sale includes 1.14 crore equity shares, with an option to sell an additional 80.67 lakh shares. Institutional investors can start bidding on April 6, while retail investors can bid on April 7. At the time of the news, Mazagon Dock shares were trading at Rs 2,579, down 6%, with a 52-week high of Rs 2,930 and a low of Rs 1,045. The sale is expected to raise around Rs 5,000 crore for the government. The broader market also faced selling pressure, with other PSU defense stocks like BEML, Hindustan Aeronautics, and Cochin Shipyard seeing declines.
Why it Matters:
The government’s sale of a 4.83% stake in Mazagon Dock may impact stock prices due to increased supply. Retail and institutional investors’ reactions will influence short-term market sentiment. The sale also highlights broader selling pressure in PSU defense stocks amid market declines.
NIFTY 50 GAINERS
TATA CONSUM – 1089.30 (1.71%)
HDFC BANK – 1823.50 (1.60%)
BAJAJ FINANCE – 8703.75 (1.27%)
NIFTY 50 LOSERS
ONGC – 228.61 (-6.04%)
HINDALCO – 615.75 (-5.65%)
SUNPHARMA – 1673.20 (-5.47%)
Sector : Banking
Induslnd Shares Drop 3%
IndusInd Bank’s shares dropped 3% on April 4 after UBS downgraded the stock to a ‘Sell’ rating and lowered its price target by 22% to Rs 600. This new target suggests the stock could fall by another 15%. UBS pointed out several risks, including concerns over deposit flows, leadership uncertainty with the CEO transition, and the findings from an external audit. UBS also lowered its growth expectations for the bank, reducing loan growth projections by 2% to 10% and cutting profit estimates for the next two years by 14-15%. Despite this, IndusInd’s shares rose slightly by 0.88% on April 6, but they are still down around 55% from their peak of Rs 1,576. UBS’s cautious view reflects the uncertainty surrounding the bank’s performance, with concerns over financial stability, leadership changes, and audit findings.
Why it Matters:
UBS’s downgrade and lowered price target signal potential downside for IndusInd Bank, raising concerns over its financial stability. The uncertainty around leadership changes and audit findings adds to investor caution. This could lead to further pressure on the stock price in the near term.
Around the World
Asian stock markets saw steep losses on Friday as concerns about a global recession grew after U.S. President Donald Trump announced significant trade tariffs. Japan’s Nikkei 225 dropped more than 2.4%, with markets in South Korea and Australia also falling sharply. U.S. stocks had already fallen the previous day, with the S&P 500 dropping 4.8% and the NASDAQ losing 6%. Trump’s tariffs, including a 10% duty on all imports and higher tariffs for certain countries, raised fears that global supply chains could be disrupted, particularly in Asia. Countries like China, Japan, and South Korea, which rely heavily on exports to the U.S., could face weaker demand and retaliatory measures. Japan and Australia’s stock markets hit 8-month lows, and South Korea’s KOSPI also fell after its president was impeached. Traders are bracing for more volatility and economic impact from these developments.
Option Traders Corner
Max Pain
Nifty 50 – 23150
Bank Nifty – 51500
Nifty 50 – 23234 (Pivot)
Support – 23,161, 23,073, 23,001
Resistance – 23,322, 23,394, 23,483
Bank Nifty – 51388 (Pivot)
Support – 51,115, 50,633, 50,360
Resistance – 51,870, 52,143, 52,625
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