Indian stock market today closed mixed: Nifty 50 ended at 25,953 (+0.07%) while Sensex slipped 40 points. Auto & PSU banks gained, IT stocks lagged. Check top gainers, losers, FII/DII data, and IPO updates.
Market Overview – February 11, 2026
The Indian equity market witnessed a volatile, range‑bound session as investors balanced profit‑booking in IT stocks against strong buying in Auto and PSU banks.
- Nifty 50 closed at 25,953.85 (+0.07%), holding above the crucial 25,950 mark.
- Sensex slipped 40.28 points (-0.05%) to 84,233.64, reflecting cautious sentiment.
- Bank Nifty gained 95.45 points (+0.16%), supported by SBI.
- Nifty 500 added 21.20 points (+0.09%), showing broad‑based resilience.
Global cues remained mixed as traders awaited US jobs data, keeping domestic sentiment neutral.
Benchmark Index Performance
| Index | Closing Level | Change (Points) | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | 25,953.85 | +18.70 | +0.07% |
| Sensex | 84,233.64 | -40.28 | -0.05% |
| Bank Nifty | 60,721.85 | +95.45 | +0.16% |
| Nifty 500 | 23,410.15 | +21.20 | +0.09% |
Top Gainers & Losers – Nifty 50
Top Gainers:
- Eicher Motors (+6.45%) – Record Q3 results, expansion plans.
- Apollo Hospitals (+3.98%) – Strong PAT growth, CCI approvals.
- SBI (+3.23%) – All‑time high on robust earnings.
- Maruti Suzuki (+1.89%) – Auto sector optimism.
- IndiGo (+1.75%) – Steady aviation demand.
Top Losers:
- TCS (-2.53%) – Global IT sell‑off.
- Infosys (-1.79%) – Nasdaq tech rout impact.
- HCL Tech (-1.53%) – Sector weakness.
- Coal India (-1.67%) – Profit‑taking.
- HDFC Bank (-0.54%) – Mild correction.
Global Market Snapshot
- US Markets: Nasdaq & S&P 500 slipped on weak retail sales and AI disruption fears.
- Asia: Hang Seng & Shanghai Composite traded lower; Nikkei 225 posted modest gains.
- Europe: Opened soft ahead of US employment data.
Key Market Highlights
- Eicher Motors: PAT up 21% YoY to ₹1,421 crore; expansion plan worth ₹958 crore approved.
- Apollo Hospitals: PAT surged 35% YoY to ₹5,023 million, driven by diagnostics.
- BHEL: Govt announced 5% stake sale via OFS at ₹254 floor price.
- US‑India Trade Deal: Long‑term cushion for markets as negotiations progress.
Sectoral Trends
- Auto Sector: Strong momentum with Eicher Motors & Maruti Suzuki leading gains.
- PSU Banks: SBI hit record highs, boosting Bank Nifty.
- IT Sector: Dragged indices lower amid global AI‑related volatility.
Upcoming Events & IPO Watch
- Mainboard IPOs Closed Today: Fractal Analytics (2.66x subscribed), Aye Finance (0.97x).
- Upcoming SME IPOs: Marushika Technology (Feb 12), Fractal Industries (Feb 16).
- Macro Data: CPI inflation and US Fed commentary in focus.
Volatility & Institutional Activity
- India VIX: Fell 1.01% to 11.55, signaling stability.
- FIIs: Net buyers of ₹819.63 Cr (positive liquidity).
- DIIs: Net sellers of ₹442.98 Cr.
FAQs – Indian Stock Market Today
- Why did the market close flat? Gains in Auto & Banks offset IT sell‑off.
- Is Nifty still bullish? Holding above 25,900 is positive; resistance at 26,050.
- Why are IT stocks falling? Global tech weakness & AI disruption concerns.
- Latest FII/DII data? FIIs net buy ₹819.63 Cr; DIIs net sell ₹442.98 Cr.
- Why did Eicher Motors surge? Record Q3 profit & expansion plan approval.
- Which IPOs closed today? Fractal Analytics & Aye Finance.
- Bank Nifty support/resistance? Support at 60,200; resistance at 61,000.
Investment Perspective
The Nifty 50’s resilience above 25,950 reflects sector rotation: investors are shifting from high‑valuation IT stocks to PSU banks and autos.
- Support: 25,800
- Resistance: 26,100 (breakout could trigger fresh rally)
- Strategy: Buy quality large‑caps on dips; avoid leveraged positions until inflation clarity emerges.
⚠️ Disclaimer: This article is for educational purposes only. Not investment advice. Please consult a SEBI‑registered advisor before making financial decisions.
