Sensex drops 9.37% in 2026; history shows recovery patterns

BSE Sensex declined 9.37% so far in 2026 amid global trade tensions.

FundsIndia Research analysis shows Sensex average intra-year drawdown about 20% since 1980.

of 46 calendar years between 1980 and June 2026 ended with positive returns.

Among 37 positive years, 23 saw intra-year declines of 10-20%, 9 saw over 20% corrections.

Historically, declines over 30% occur roughly once every 7-10 years; recovery to previous peak averages about 15 months.