MUMBAI: The benchmark
sensex dropped 157 points to the lowest level in almost two weeks as
overseas stock markets turned weak on expectations that the US Federal Reserve would start tapering its stimulus programme sooner than expected.
Consumer durables, banking and refinery sector stocks declined, while realty and capital goods shares attracted buying. HDFC, Maruti Suzuki, ONGC and Bajaj Auto were the major losers on the index.
A weak trend prevailed in Asian and European markets on concerns the Fed would reduce its bond-buying programme earlier than anticipated following initial signs of strength in the US economy. Cautious investors booked profits, leading to a fall in stocks globally, including in India.
Consumer durables, banking and refinery sector stocks declined, while realty and capital goods shares attracted buying. HDFC, Maruti Suzuki, ONGC and Bajaj Auto were the major losers on the index.
A weak trend prevailed in Asian and European markets on concerns the Fed would reduce its bond-buying programme earlier than anticipated following initial signs of strength in the US economy. Cautious investors booked profits, leading to a fall in stocks globally, including in India.
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