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Markets opened sharply lower on Friday, February 13, 2026, with the BSE Sensex dropping over 750 points and the NSE Nifty50 slipping below 25,600. Weak global cues and a heavy sell-off in IT stocks led the steep decline, creating broad-based bearish sentiment across Dalal Street.

The IT sector bore the brunt of the selling. Large-cap technology names, including Infosys, Tata Consultancy Services, and Wipro, were among the top losers, as investors grew concerned about slowing global demand and pressure on margins. This dragged the broader market lower, with all major indices trading in the red.

In contrast, banking and financial stocks showed relative resilience. Shares of State Bank of India, HDFC Bank, and ICICI Bank gained, providing some cushion to the market. Defensive stocks in sectors such as FMCG also saw minor gains, reflecting investors’ cautious rotation into safer bets amid volatility.

Analysts attributed the fall to multiple factors. Global markets were weaker, particularly in the tech space, following disappointing U.S. data and softer cues from Asian markets. Investors also remain watchful of domestic indicators and sector-specific headwinds, including regulatory developments and corporate earnings reports.

The sharp market slide wiped out significant wealth from investor portfolios, with estimates suggesting multi-lakh-crore losses across the indices. Traders advised caution, noting that the market could remain volatile in the coming sessions as it absorbs both domestic and global developments.

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Indian stock markets declined sharply, with heavy selling in technology shares dragging the benchmark indices lower. The BSE Sensex dropped over 400 points, while the Nifty slipped below the 25,850 mark during the session.

The fall was mainly driven by losses in major IT stocks. Infosys, TCS, HCL Tech and Tech Mahindra were among the biggest losers, falling between 2% and 4%. Investors turned cautious amid concerns about the impact of artificial intelligence on traditional IT services and uncertainties around future earnings growth. Weak global sentiment further added pressure to the sector.

Broader market sentiment was also affected by strong US economic data, particularly robust jobs numbers, which reduced expectations of early interest rate cuts by the US Federal Reserve. Higher-for-longer interest rate concerns typically reduce global risk appetite and weigh on emerging markets like India.

Despite the broad-based weakness, some stocks offered limited support to the indices. ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, NTPC and Power Grid were among the key gainers, posting modest gains during the session. However, their rise was not enough to offset the sharp decline in IT counters.

Other sectors showed mixed performance, with banking and select energy stocks holding relatively steady, while technology and some large-cap names remained under pressure.

Market analysts said that while India’s macroeconomic fundamentals remain stable, near-term volatility is likely due to global cues and sector-specific headwinds. Rising crude oil prices and cautious global trends also contributed to the subdued mood.

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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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Indian equity markets extended their winning streak on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, with BSE Sensex climbing over 300 points to close near 64,700 and the Nifty 50 holding above 25,950. Positive global cues, renewed foreign investor interest, and broad-based buying across sectors supported the rally.

Top gainers included Reliance Industries (RIL), Axis Bank, Tata Motors, Pfizer, and Tata Steel, which saw strong investor demand. Pfizer surged nearly 9% after posting an 11% rise in its Q3FY26 profit, while Tata Motors advanced on robust sales momentum. Consumer stocks like Marico posted modest gains following strategic expansion moves, including its acquisition of a Vietnamese skincare company for ₹262 crore.

On the downside, Ramco Cements, Marico, and some defensive banking stocks experienced minor declines as traders booked profits in selective names. Ramco Cements, despite reporting a 19% jump in net profit, saw its shares dip marginally.

Sectorally, the auto, financials, and consumer segments led the advance, while broader indices like the Nifty Smallcap rose 0.55%, following a strong 2.65% rally in the previous session. Market breadth remained healthy with more advancing stocks than decliners across the NSE and BSE.

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Indian markets opened on a weak note on Friday, with the BSE Sensex falling over 350 points and the Nifty50 slipping below 25,550. Investors stayed cautious after the RBI kept interest rates unchanged at 5.25%, while global tech sell-offs and profit-taking added to the downward pressure.

IT stocks led the losses, with TCS and Infosys falling nearly 2%, and all ten Nifty IT constituents trading in the red. Metals and energy stocks, including Tata Steel and NTPC, also saw declines, further weighing on the market.

On the upside, Pharma and FMCG stocks gained as investors sought safer bets amid volatility. Companies like Sun Pharma, Divi’s Labs, and Hindustan Unilever posted modest gains, helping to partially cushion the broader market’s fall.

Global markets influenced domestic trading. Technology shares faced selling pressure in the US and Asia, while futures tied to the S&P 500 were lower, reinforcing the risk-off sentiment. Precious metals like gold and silver extended losses due to a stronger US dollar and weaker global demand.

Market participants are now focusing on upcoming corporate earnings and economic data for fresh cues. While the RBI’s policy was neutral, continued weakness in IT and metals, alongside gains in Pharma and FMCG, is likely to keep trading cautious in the near term.

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Markets traded with high volatility on Wednesday, as the BSE Sensex swung between gains and losses through the session, while the Nifty 50 slipped below the crucial 25,750 mark, signalling cautious investor sentiment.

 Selling pressure intensified as the session progressed, led by sharp losses in IT stocks. The Nifty IT index fell nearly 6%, making it the worst-performing sector of the day. Major IT stocks such as Infosys, TCS, Wipro and HCL Tech were among the top losers, hurt by weakness in US technology stocks and concerns over near-term demand outlook.

Auto and metal stocks also witnessed selling pressure, adding to the weakness in benchmarks. Stocks like Tata Motors, JSW Steel and Hindalco traded lower as investors stayed cautious on global growth prospects. Broader markets mirrored the weak sentiment, with mid-cap and small-cap indices trading in the red amid heightened volatility.

On the positive side, select FMCG and banking stocks helped limit deeper losses. Hindustan Unilever, ITC and Nestlé India were among the key gainers, supported by defensive buying. In the banking space, heavyweight stocks such as HDFC Bank and ICICI Bank showed mild gains, providing some stability to the indices.

Global cues remained mixed, with Asian markets trading unevenly after overnight weakness in US tech stocks. While optimism over recent international trade developments had lifted markets earlier, investors chose to book profits in the absence of fresh triggers. Ongoing uncertainty around global interest rates and geopolitical tensions also weighed on sentiment.

Investors are closely watching developments related to the Union Budget, corporate earnings announcements and global macro signals for further cues. Market experts said near-term movement is likely to remain range-bound, with stock-specific action and sector rotation driving trade.

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markets surged on Tuesday as investors welcomed the long-awaited India–US trade agreement, sparking strong buying across most sectors and lifting overall market sentiment.

The BSE Sensex jumped over 2,000 points, while the Nifty 50 climbed close to 3%, supported by broad-based participation. Early signals from Gift Nifty had indicated a positive opening, but the rally gathered pace as the session progressed, driven by heavyweight stocks and renewed foreign inflows.

Export-linked sectors emerged as the biggest winners. Stocks in metals, engineering, automobiles and information technology rallied sharply, benefiting from the announcement that the US will cut tariffs on Indian goods to 18% from earlier levels of around 50%. Banking stocks also saw strong buying, with large private lenders and PSU banks gaining as improved trade prospects lifted growth expectations.

Among index heavyweights, oil and gas majors and infrastructure stocks advanced on hopes of higher global demand and improved investment sentiment. The positive momentum was further supported by a stronger rupee, which appreciated more than 1% against the US dollar, signalling renewed confidence among overseas investors.

However, not all stocks joined the rally. FMCG and pharmaceutical stocks underperformed, with investors turning cautious on defensive sectors amid the risk-on mood. Select consumer staples and healthcare counters slipped or remained range-bound as traders rotated funds into cyclical and export-oriented names. A few mid-cap pharma exporters also faced pressure due to concerns over pricing and regulatory costs.

Market analysts said the trade deal helped remove a key uncertainty that had weighed on Indian equities in recent weeks, encouraging foreign institutional investors to return to the market. Improved clarity on tariffs and trade rules is expected to support corporate earnings, particularly for export-driven industries.

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The markets traded cautiously on Monday investors continued to digest the sharp sell-off triggered by the Union Budget 2026–27. Benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty 50 struggled to regain momentum after recording heavy losses during Sunday’s special budget trading session.

In the previous session, the Sensex had dropped over 1,500 points, while the Nifty declined by nearly 500 points, marking one of the steepest Budget-day corrections in recent years. Volatility remained high on Monday, with markets moving between marginal gains and losses as investor confidence stayed fragile.

The sell-off was largely driven by the government’s decision to raise the Securities Transaction Tax (STT) on futures and options, which increased trading costs and dampened appetite for high-volume derivative trades. Market participants said the move came as a surprise and led to broad-based selling across sectors.

Some pockets of the market, however, showed resilience. IT majors such as TCS and Wipro traded higher, supported by defensive buying, while select healthcare stocks also saw limited gains amid uncertainty.

On the downside, heavyweights continued to face pressure. Larsen & Toubro (L&T) slipped as capital goods stocks saw profit-taking, while Adani group companies remained among the key drags on the indices. PSU banks, metal stocks and defence shares, including Bharat Electronics (BEL), also traded lower, reflecting caution over valuations and policy impact.

Global cues remained mixed, with Asian markets subdued and commodity prices easing.