A declining ADR means more stocks are falling as against the gainers and points to a weakening market. In January, the reading was 0.9, while in the period before October - when the market started declining, it was in the range of 1 to 1.28 on average.

Raichura said any bounces in the near term may create more selling pressure and a decisive recovery will occur only in large-caps first, and then in mid- and small-caps. "And until we see a strong recovery, investors may not entirely return to the stock market," he said.

. In a circular on Tuesday, the exchange said these changes will take effect from April 4. In the case of monthly contracts, expiries will happen on the last Monday of every month. Nifty s weekly contracts will also expire on Mondays.

Japan s Nikkei fell on Tuesday, as markets were jittery about a trade war as fresh U.S. tariffs came into effect, while a stronger yen added to investors concerns.

Stocks on Wall Street declined on Tuesday, led by a significant drop in the tech-heavy Nasdaq, as investors worried about the escalating trade war s impact on the economy. Major banks and automotive stocks were among the worst hit, with Citigroup, JPMorgan, Ford, and General Motors all experiencing significant losses.

Oil prices dropped to multi-month lows as OPEC+ decided to increase output and U.S. tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China took effect, prompting retaliatory tariffs from Beijing. Analysts voiced concerns that these actions would curb economic activity and demand for energy, putting further pressure on oil prices.

Nifty fell for the 10th straight session, marking its longest losing streak since 1996, while Sensex recorded its third consecutive decline. Analysts suggest Nifty is finding support around 21,800–22,000, with a potential short-term recovery unless it decisively falls below 21,800.

US stocks dropped again as companies warn that Trump tariffs likely mean higher prices for consumers, lower sales.

AU Small Finance Bank : AU Small Finance Bank (AUSFB) stock has declined 8% in the past month, underperforming the BSE Bankex. Higher NPAs and credit costs in microfinance and credit card segments have pressured earnings. The bank has lowered FY25 loan growth guidance to 20%, shifting focus to secured loans. A lower interest rate cycle may aid margin recovery, with credit costs expected to remain high before stabilizing in the next fiscal year.