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The Indian stock market has experienced a significant decline in recent months, primarily due to a combination of Indian and international reasons. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has raised interest rates multiple times in an attempt to combat inflation. While this may be beneficial for controlling inflation, it has made borrowing money more expensive for businesses. As a result, this could potentially lead to slower economic growth and lower corporate profits.

Another factor contributing to the decline in the Indian stock market is the depreciation of the Indian rupee against the US dollar. The weakening of the rupee has made imports more expensive and has negatively affected Indian exporters. Furthermore, it has made Indian stocks less attractive to foreign investors, as their value decreases when converted into foreign currencies.

There is a growing concern about the global economy, which has been impacting the Indian stock market as well. Various factors such as the war in Ukraine, rising inflation, and supply chain disruptions have created uncertainty regarding a potential recession in the global economy. This uncertainty weighs on investor sentiment and inevitably affects the performance of the Indian stock market.

On an international level, the US Federal Reserve has also been raising interest rates to combat inflation in the United States. This, in turn, has a ripple effect on global markets, as investors become more risk-averse and seek safer investment opportunities. The rising interest rates in the US have impacted the Indian stock market, causing further declines.

Additionally, the strengthening of the US dollar against most other currencies has impacted the Indian stock market. As the US dollar becomes stronger, it becomes more expensive for other countries to import goods from the United States, negatively impacting their economies. Consequently, stocks in other countries become less attractive to US investors, further exacerbating the decline in the Indian stock market.

Looking more broadly, concerns about a potential global recession are affecting all stock markets, including the Indian stock market. The uncertainty surrounding global economic conditions weighs heavily on investor sentiment and leads to increased risk aversion, resulting in a decrease in investment in the stock market.

Alongside these main reasons, several recent news events have also contributed to the declining performance of the Indian stock market. The ongoing earnings season has revealed disappointing results for some companies, impacting investor confidence. Moreover, concerns about the Chinese economy, the world’s second-largest economy, have caused instability in the global markets, including India. Finally, the volatility in the cryptocurrency market has further added to the unease and risk aversion among investors.

To summarize, the decline in the Indian stock market can be attributed to a combination of Indian and international factors. Rising interest rates and a weak rupee in India, alongside concerns about the global economy, have significantly impacted investor sentiment. Additionally, the rising interest rates and a strong US dollar in the United States have also played a role. Furthermore, recent news events such as disappointing company earnings, concerns about the Chinese economy, and cryptocurrency market volatility have further contributed to the decline. Overall, investors are becoming more risk-averse due to fears of rising interest rates, inflation, and a potential global recession.

Citations

1. RBI hikes repo rate by 50 bps to 5.9%: [Times of India](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/business/india-business/rbi-hikes-repo-rate-by-50-bps-to-5-9-for-4th-time-in-a-row/articleshow/94549111.cms)
2. Indian rupee falls to record low against US dollar: [WION News](https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/indian-rupee-falls-to-record-low-against-us-dollar-inches-closer-to-83-mark-526779)
3. IMF cuts global growth forecast to 3.2% for 2023: [IMF World Economic Outlook Update, July 2023](https://www.imf.org/en/Publications/WEO/Issues/2023/07/10/world-economic-outlook-update-july-2023)
4. Fed raises interest rates by 75 basis points, largest increase since 1994: [The Hill](https://thehill.com/homenews/3524517-fed-hikes-rates-by-75-basis-points-for-first-time-since-1994/)
5. US dollar index hits 20-year high: [Barron’s](https://www.barrons.com/articles/us-dollar-index-20-year-high-51655115874)
6. World Bank warns of ‘severe’ global recession if Russia-Ukraine war continues: [BBC News](https://www.bbc.com/news/business-61575387)
7. Several Indian companies report disappointing earnings results for Q2 2023: [Business Today](https://www.businesstoday.in/industry/it/story/we-remain-negative-ahead-of-q2-results-jpmorgan-says-indian-it-firms-set-for-washout-year-400943-2023-10-05)
8. Chinese economy slows sharply in Q2 2023: [The New York Times](https://www.nytimes.com/2023/07/16/business/economy/china-gdp-q2.html)
9. Bitcoin price falls below $20,000: [The Washington Post](https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2022/06/18/bitcoin-falls-below-20k/)