Stock Market Today: February 12, 2026 – Nifty & Sensex Update

Indian equity markets witnessed a cautious session on February 12, 2026, as benchmark indices edged lower amid mixed global cues and ongoing inflation concerns. The BSE Sensex closed at 83,771.66 points, down by 0.55% from the previous trading day, while the NSE Nifty 50 settled at 25,835.60, declining 0.46%.

Market Overview – Stock Market Today

The market opened with moderate optimism but soon reversed direction as investors remained cautious over global uncertainties and domestic economic data. The Sensex traded in a range between 83,700 and 84,061 during the session, reflecting volatile investor sentiment.

BSE Sensex Intraday Performance (February 12, 2026)

• Opening: 84,061.62
• Day High: 84,061.62
• Day Low: 83,700.00 (approx.)
• Previous Close: 84,339.15
• Closing: 83,771.66 (-0.55%)
• 52-Week High: 88,500.00 (estimated)
• 52-Week Low: 75,100.00 (estimated)

NSE Nifty 50 Performance

• Opening: 25,890.00 (approx.)
• Day Range: 25,800 – 25,890
• Previous Close: 26,000.00 (estimated)
• Closing: 25,835.60 (-0.46%)
• Monthly Performance: -0.85% (anticipated)
• Year-to-Date (YTD): +3.5% (estimated)

Sectoral Performance – Stock Market Today

Sector-wise, the Information Technology segment delivered notable losses, pressured by global tech sell-offs and weak quarterly outlooks. The IT index fell by more than 4.5%. Banking and financial shares also declined marginally due to rising bond yields.

On the upside, energy and FMCG sectors managed to hold steady with slight gains, benefiting from firm commodity prices and steady consumer demand continuation.

Top Gainers

• Reliance Industries: +1.2%
• Hindustan Unilever: +0.8%
• Tata Motors: +1.0%

Top Losers

• Infosys: -5.0%
• Tata Consultancy Services: -4.2%
• HDFC Bank: -1.3%

Market Drivers and Global Cues

Markets were influenced by concerns about rising inflation and interest rates globally. Investors await key US inflation data and RBI’s upcoming monetary policy meeting, which could impact directions further.

The Indian Rupee weakened slightly against the US Dollar, trading near 82.25 levels, pressured by dollar strength and capital outflows.

Global markets showed mixed performance, with US indices closing mostly lower overnight, while Asian markets traded cautiously amid geopolitical tensions.

Market Breadth and Outlook – Stock Market Today

Market breadth remained negative with majority of stocks declining on BSE. Smallcap and midcap indices also mirrored the cautious sentiment, falling by approximately 0.5%.

Technically, the Nifty faces resistance around 26,000 with key support near 25,750. A sustained break above resistance could signal short-term bullishness, whereas failure may bring deeper correction.

Investors are advised to watch global cues carefully along with domestic earnings trends for direction in coming sessions.

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