The equity benchmarks traded in a narrow range on 11 February 2026, with the BSE Sensex posting modest gains and the Nifty holding firm above the 25,950 mark. The session began on a positive note, supported by firm global cues and steady trends across Asian markets, but momentum remained stock-specific as the day progressed.
Investor sentiment was aided by softer US bond yields and stable commodity prices, though caution persisted ahead of key global economic data. Gold and silver prices edged higher, reflecting a defensive undertone in global markets.
Sectorally, automobile, metal and energy counters led the advance, attracting buying interest on the back of earnings expectations and improved demand outlook. Select consumer stocks also saw steady traction. However, IT and financial stocks faced mild selling pressure, limiting the broader market’s upside.
Among the prominent gainers, Eternal Ltd rallied sharply, while Tata Steel and ONGC recorded healthy gains. Auto majors such as Bajaj Auto and Mahindra & Mahindra also traded in the green, contributing to the positive bias in the indices.
On the downside, HCL Technologies declined amid weakness in the IT pack, while Bajaj Finance witnessed profit booking. Stocks such as Dr Reddy’s Laboratories and Shriram Finance also closed lower, reflecting selective selling in pharma and NBFC counters.
Meanwhile, institutional activity remained strong, with major financial institutions including HUDCO, NaBFID and SIDBI announcing plans to raise funds through bond issuances. Changes in global index constituents also remained on investors’ radar.
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