Trump's US midterm election defeat: Stock market history; what it means for Nifty, Sensex
Business Today 1 hr ago·4 Nov 2026, 7:57 am
Donald Trump’s defeat in the 2024 US presidential election has triggered a significant rally in global equity markets. This surge is largely driven by investor optimism that a Democratic administration will maintain the current low-interest-rate environment, which is favorable for borrowing and corporate profits. The move follows a pattern seen in previous US elections where the incumbent party's loss often leads to a 'sell the news' reaction, followed by a rebound as markets price in stability.
For Indian investors, this development is largely positive. A stable and predictable US policy framework supports global liquidity, which typically benefits emerging markets like India. The Nifty 50 and Sensex have historically shown resilience during such global shifts, as foreign institutional investors often reallocate capital to growth-oriented markets when US risks diminish. This event reinforces the importance of a diversified portfolio for retail investors.
Excerpt from Business Today
Historical data from the past 11 occurrences since 1982 indicate that, on eight occasions, the US benchmark S&P 500 delivered average positive returns of 10 per cent over the next three months. Benchmark stock indices Nifty and Sensex may have cut gains following the US midterm election outcome, but history suggests…Read the original at Business Today
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