NIFTY Realty

Nifty negates higher high–higher low formation of previous three sessions, Some more consolidation can't be ruled out as long as Nifty trades below 26,000, Immediate support is placed at 25,700–25,600, followed by 25,500 as key support

* Nifty negates higher high–higher low formation of previous three sessions
* Some more consolidation can't be ruled out as long as Nifty trades below 26,000
* Immediate support is placed at 25,700–25,600, followed by 25,500 as key support

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* Nifty negates higher high–higher low formation of previous three sessions
* Some more consolidation can't be ruled out as long as Nifty trades below 26,000
* Immediate support is placed at 25,700–25,600, followed by 25,500 as key support

The Nifty 50 snapped its four-day winning streak and closed 0.6 percent lower amid profit booking on February 12, but managed to hold above the 25,800 support level on a closing basis. The index negated the higher high–higher low formation of the previous three sessions, but still firmly held above all key moving averages, with expanded Bollinger Bands suggesting the overall trend remains in favour of the bulls. Experts expect some more consolidation, which is on expected lines after the recent rally, as long as it trades below the 26,000 zone. Immediate support is placed at 25,700–25,600, followed by 25,500 as the key support.

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Here are 15 data points we have collated to help you spot profitable trades:

1) Key Levels For The <a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/indian-indices/nifty-50-9.html" target="_blank">Nifty 50</a> (25,807)

Resistance based on pivot points: 25,881, 25,917, and 25,976

Support based on pivot points: 25,763, 25,727, and 25,668

Special Formation: The Nifty formed a bearish candle with a lower shadow on the daily charts, signalling weak sentiment amid range-bound trading. The index traded above all key moving averages, with short- and medium-term moving averages trending northward. The RSI dropped to 53.87 but remained well above the signal line. The MACD also stayed positive, while the histogram signalled fading momentum but still held above the zero line. All these indicators suggest that, despite short-term weakness, the broader trend remains positive.

2) Key Levels For The <a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/indian-indices/nifty-bank-23.html" target="_blank">Bank Nifty</a> (60,740)

Resistance based on pivot points: 60,836, 60,899, and 61,001

Support based on pivot points: 60,632, 60,569, and 60,467

Resistance based on Fibonacci retracement: 61,160, 62,075

Support based on Fibonacci retracement: 60,000, 59,452

Special Formation: The Bank Nifty remained range-bound for the third straight session, trading largely within Monday's candle and closing flat. It formed a small-bodied bearish candle with upper and lower shadows on the daily charts, signalling indecision among bulls and bears. The index remained near the upper Bollinger Bands and sustained well above all key moving averages. In fact, the moving averages maintained an upward trend, with positive signals from momentum indicators. The RSI stayed above 60 at 60.61, while the MACD maintained a bullish crossover above the zero line. All these indicators suggest the broader structure remains constructive despite near-term consolidation.

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3) <a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/markets/fno-market-snapshot" target="_blank">Nifty Call Options Data</a>

According to the weekly options data, the maximum Call open interest remained at the 26,000 strike (with 1.65 crore contracts). This level can act as a key resistance level for the Nifty in the short term. It was followed by the 25,900 strike (1.11 crore contracts) and 26,100 strike (75.74 lakh contracts).

Maximum Call writing was observed at the 25,900 strike, which saw an addition of 71.14 lakh contracts, followed by the 25,800 and 25,850 strikes, which added 55.81 lakh and 52.57 lakh contracts, respectively. The maximum Call unwinding was seen at the 25,200 strike which shed 33,150 contracts, followed by the 25,300 strike, which shed 6,825 contracts.

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4) <a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/markets/fno-market-snapshot" target="_blank">Nifty Put Options Data</a>

On the Put side, the 25,800 strike holds the maximum Put open interest (with 61.41 lakh contracts), which can act as a key support level for the Nifty in the short term. It was followed by the 25,500 strike (53.43 lakh contracts) and the 25,700 strike (48.71 lakh contracts).

The maximum Put writing was placed at the 25,550 strike, which saw an addition of 18.09 lakh contracts, followed by the 25,800 and 25,300 strikes, which added 16.99 lakh and 15.66 lakh contracts, respectively. The maximum Put unwinding was seen at the 26,000 strike, which shed 32.92 lakh contracts, followed by the 25,950 and 25,900 strikes, which shed 25.01 lakh and 22.08 lakh contracts, respectively.
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5) <a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/markets/fno-market-snapshot" target="_blank">Bank Nifty Call Options Data</a>

According to the monthly options data, the maximum Call open interest was seen at the 60,000 strike, with 14.85 lakh contracts. This can act as a key level for the index in the short term. It was followed by the 61,000 strike (8.29 lakh contracts) and the 62,000 strike (6.89 lakh contracts).

Maximum Call writing was observed at the 60,800 strike (with the addition of 1.91 lakh contracts), followed by the 62,000 strike (1.2 lakh contracts) and 60,900 strike (81,750 contracts). The maximum Call unwinding was seen at the 59,500 strike, which shed 21,930 contracts, followed by the 60,000 and 60,300 strikes which shed 21,090 and 18,120 contracts, respectively.

<img class="alignnone size-full wp-image-13826213 aligncenter" src="https://images.moneycontrol.com/static-mcnews/2026/02/20260212163345_Image812022026.jpg" alt="Image812022026" width="1253" height="347" />

6) <a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/markets/fno-market-snapshot" target="_blank">Bank Nifty Put Options Data</a>

On the Put side, the 60,000 strike holds the maximum Put open interest (with 22.53 lakh contracts), which can act as a key support level for the index. This was followed by the 60,500 strike (8.28 lakh contracts) and the 60,700 strike (5.69 lakh contracts).

The maximum Put writing was placed at the 60,800 strike (which added 1.15 lakh contracts), followed by the 60,900 strike (54,240 contracts) and the 60,000 strike (46,200 contracts). The maximum Put unwinding was seen at the 60,400 strike which shed 22,260 contracts, followed by the 60,600 and 62,000 strikes, which shed 20,790 and 15,660 contracts, respectively.

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7) <a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/markets/fno-market-snapshot" target="_blank">Funds Flow (Rs crore)</a>

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8) <a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/markets/fno-market-snapshot" target="_blank">Put-Call Ratio</a>

The Nifty Put-Call ratio (PCR), which indicates the mood of the market, dropped further to 0.82 on February 12, compared to 1.06 in the previous session.

The increasing PCR, or being higher than 0.7 or surpassing 1, means traders are selling more Put options than Call options, which generally indicates the firming up of a bullish sentiment in the market. If the ratio falls below 0.7 or moves towards 0.5, then it indicates selling in Calls is higher than selling in Puts, reflecting a bearish mood in the market.

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9) <a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/indian-indices/india-vix-36.html" target="_blank">India VIX</a>

India VIX, which measures expected market volatility, remained below 12 and below all key moving averages, providing consistent comfort for bulls, though it ended 1.54 percent higher at 11.73.

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10) <a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/markets/fno-market-snapshot" target="_blank">Long Build-up (39 Stocks)</a>

A long build-up was seen in 39 stocks. An increase in open interest (OI) and price indicates a build-up of long positions.

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11) <a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/markets/fno-market-snapshot" target="_blank">Long Unwinding (53 Stocks)</a>

53 stocks saw a decline in open interest (OI) along with a fall in price, indicating long unwinding.

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12) <a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/markets/fno-market-snapshot" target="_blank">Short Build-up (78 Stocks)</a>

78 stocks saw an increase in OI along with a fall in price, indicating a build-up of short positions.

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13) <a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/markets/fno-market-snapshot" target="_blank">Short-Covering (39 Stocks)</a>

39 stocks saw short-covering, meaning a decrease in OI, along with a price increase.

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14) <a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/markets/fno-market-snapshot" target="_blank">High Delivery Trades</a>

Here are the stocks that saw a high share of delivery trades. A high share of delivery reflects investing (as opposed to trading) interest in a stock.

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15) <a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/markets/fno-market-snapshot" target="_blank">Stocks Under F&amp;O Ban</a>

Securities banned under the F&amp;O segment include companies where derivative contracts cross 95 percent of the market-wide position limit.

Stocks added to F&amp;O ban: Nil

Stocks retained in F&amp;O ban: SAIL, Sammaan Capital

Stocks removed from F&amp;O ban: Nil

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Trade setup for February 13: Top 15 things to know before the opening bell

The Nifty 50 snapped its four-day winning streak and closed 0.6 percent lower amid profit booking on February 12, but managed to hold above the 25,800 support level on a closing basis. The index negated the higher high–higher low formation of the previous three sessions, but still firmly held above all key moving averages, with expanded Bollinger Bands suggesting the overall trend remains in favour of the bulls. Experts expect some more consolidation, which is on expected lines after the recent rally, as long as it trades below the 26,000 zone. Immediate support is placed at 25,700–25,600, followed by 25,500 as the key support.



Here are 15 data points we have collated to help you spot profitable trades:

1) Key Levels For The Nifty 50 (25,807)

Resistance based on pivot points: 25,881, 25,917, and 25,976

Support based on pivot points: 25,763, 25,727, and 25,668

Special Formation: The Nifty formed a bearish candle with a lower shadow on the daily charts, signalling weak sentiment amid range-bound trading. The index traded above all key moving averages, with short- and medium-term moving averages trending northward. The RSI dropped to 53.87 but remained well above the signal line. The MACD also stayed positive, while the histogram signalled fading momentum but still held above the zero line. All these indicators suggest that, despite short-term weakness, the broader trend remains positive.

2) Key Levels For The Bank Nifty (60,740)

Resistance based on pivot points: 60,836, 60,899, and 61,001

Support based on pivot points: 60,632, 60,569, and 60,467

Resistance based on Fibonacci retracement: 61,160, 62,075

Support based on Fibonacci retracement: 60,000, 59,452

Special Formation: The Bank Nifty remained range-bound for the third straight session, trading largely within Monday's candle and closing flat. It formed a small-bodied bearish candle with upper and lower shadows on the daily charts, signalling indecision among bulls and bears. The index remained near the upper Bollinger Bands and sustained well above all key moving averages. In fact, the moving averages maintained an upward trend, with positive signals from momentum indicators. The RSI stayed above 60 at 60.61, while the MACD maintained a bullish crossover above the zero line. All these indicators suggest the broader structure remains constructive despite near-term consolidation.



3) Nifty Call Options Data

According to the weekly options data, the maximum Call open interest remained at the 26,000 strike (with 1.65 crore contracts). This level can act as a key resistance level for the Nifty in the short term. It was followed by the 25,900 strike (1.11 crore contracts) and 26,100 strike (75.74 lakh contracts).

Maximum Call writing was observed at the 25,900 strike, which saw an addition of 71.14 lakh contracts, followed by the 25,800 and 25,850 strikes, which added 55.81 lakh and 52.57 lakh contracts, respectively. The maximum Call unwinding was seen at the 25,200 strike which shed 33,150 contracts, followed by the 25,300 strike, which shed 6,825 contracts.



4) Nifty Put Options Data

On the Put side, the 25,800 strike holds the maximum Put open interest (with 61.41 lakh contracts), which can act as a key support level for the Nifty in the short term. It was followed by the 25,500 strike (53.43 lakh contracts) and the 25,700 strike (48.71 lakh contracts).

The maximum Put writing was placed at the 25,550 strike, which saw an addition of 18.09 lakh contracts, followed by the 25,800 and 25,300 strikes, which added 16.99 lakh and 15.66 lakh contracts, respectively. The maximum Put unwinding was seen at the 26,000 strike, which shed 32.92 lakh contracts, followed by the 25,950 and 25,900 strikes, which shed 25.01 lakh and 22.08 lakh contracts, respectively.

5) Bank Nifty Call Options Data

According to the monthly options data, the maximum Call open interest was seen at the 60,000 strike, with 14.85 lakh contracts. This can act as a key level for the index in the short term. It was followed by the 61,000 strike (8.29 lakh contracts) and the 62,000 strike (6.89 lakh contracts).

Maximum Call writing was observed at the 60,800 strike (with the addition of 1.91 lakh contracts), followed by the 62,000 strike (1.2 lakh contracts) and 60,900 strike (81,750 contracts). The maximum Call unwinding was seen at the 59,500 strike, which shed 21,930 contracts, followed by the 60,000 and 60,300 strikes which shed 21,090 and 18,120 contracts, respectively.



6) Bank Nifty Put Options Data

On the Put side, the 60,000 strike holds the maximum Put open interest (with 22.53 lakh contracts), which can act as a key support level for the index. This was followed by the 60,500 strike (8.28 lakh contracts) and the 60,700 strike (5.69 lakh contracts).

The maximum Put writing was placed at the 60,800 strike (which added 1.15 lakh contracts), followed by the 60,900 strike (54,240 contracts) and the 60,000 strike (46,200 contracts). The maximum Put unwinding was seen at the 60,400 strike which shed 22,260 contracts, followed by the 60,600 and 62,000 strikes, which shed 20,790 and 15,660 contracts, respectively.



7) Funds Flow (Rs crore)



8) Put-Call Ratio

The Nifty Put-Call ratio (PCR), which indicates the mood of the market, dropped further to 0.82 on February 12, compared to 1.06 in the previous session.

The increasing PCR, or being higher than 0.7 or surpassing 1, means traders are selling more Put options than Call options, which generally indicates the firming up of a bullish sentiment in the market. If the ratio falls below 0.7 or moves towards 0.5, then it indicates selling in Calls is higher than selling in Puts, reflecting a bearish mood in the market.



9) India VIX

India VIX, which measures expected market volatility, remained below 12 and below all key moving averages, providing consistent comfort for bulls, though it ended 1.54 percent higher at 11.73.



10) Long Build-up (39 Stocks)

A long build-up was seen in 39 stocks. An increase in open interest (OI) and price indicates a build-up of long positions.



11) Long Unwinding (53 Stocks)

53 stocks saw a decline in open interest (OI) along with a fall in price, indicating long unwinding.



12) Short Build-up (78 Stocks)

78 stocks saw an increase in OI along with a fall in price, indicating a build-up of short positions.



13) Short-Covering (39 Stocks)

39 stocks saw short-covering, meaning a decrease in OI, along with a price increase.



14) High Delivery Trades

Here are the stocks that saw a high share of delivery trades. A high share of delivery reflects investing (as opposed to trading) interest in a stock.



15) Stocks Under F&amp;amp;O Ban

Securities banned under the F&amp;amp;O segment include companies where derivative contracts cross 95 percent of the market-wide position limit.

Stocks added to F&amp;amp;O ban: Nil

Stocks retained in F&amp;amp;O ban: SAIL, Sammaan Capital

Stocks removed from F&amp;amp;O ban: Nil

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26,000 is expected to be immediate crucial resistance for Nifty 50, Immediate support seen at 25,800, Keep an eye on 60,000, the line in the sand for support

* 26,000 is expected to be immediate crucial resistance for Nifty 50
* Immediate support seen at 25,800
* Keep an eye on 60,000, the line in the sand for support

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* 26,000 is expected to be immediate crucial resistance for Nifty 50
* Immediate support seen at 25,800
* Keep an eye on 60,000, the line in the sand for support

The Nifty 50 remained under pressure throughout the session and closed nearly six-tenths of a percent lower on February 12, snapping its four-day winning streak. However, it managed to defend the February 9 bullish gap on a closing basis. If the index decisively breaks the upper end of the bullish gap (25,700–25,780), selling pressure may widen toward 25,700–25,600. Until then, the hope for a move toward 26,000 remains alive, experts said.

Further, according to them, near-term consolidation may continue for a few more sessions before the bulls regain strong momentum.

The Nifty 50 opened lower at 25,907 (which was also the day’s high) and gradually extended its downtrend as the session progressed. The benchmark index fell 147 points (0.57 percent) to close at 25,807, forming a bearish candle with a lower shadow on the daily charts, indicating a short-term downward correction amid range-bound movement.

The index negated the higher high–higher low formation of the previous three consecutive sessions but stayed well above all key moving averages, with short-term moving averages trending northward. The RSI declined to 53.87 but sustained its bullish crossover. The MACD remained above the zero line with a positive bias, while the histogram showed fading positivity but still held above the zero line.

According to Nagaraj Shetti, Senior Technical Research Analyst at HDFC Securities, the near-term trend of the Nifty remains positive.

"Present consolidation/downward correction could be short-lived and Nifty could bounce back from lower levels in the near term. Immediate support is placed around the 25,600 level," he said.

Weekly options data continued to suggest that 26,000 is expected to be immediate crucial resistance for the Nifty 50, with immediate support at 25,800. The maximum Call open interest was observed at the 26,000 strike, followed by the 25,900 and 26,100 strikes, with maximum Call writing at the 25,900, 25,800, and 26,000 strikes.

On the Put side, the 25,800 strike holds the maximum Put open interest, followed by the 25,500 and 25,700 strikes, with maximum Put writing at the 25,800, 25,550, and 25,300 strikes.

Meanwhile, the fear gauge, India VIX, climbed 1.54 percent to 11.73 but remained below the 12 zone as well as all key moving averages, which is still favourable for bulls who remain in a comfort zone.

Bank Nifty

The Bank Nifty remained range-bound for the fourth straight session, especially after the gap-up trade on February 9, outperforming the benchmark Nifty 50. The banking index traded in around a 250-point range during the day before closing just 6 points lower at 60,740.

In fact, the index sustained near the upper Bollinger Bands while trading well above all key moving averages, which were all trending upward. Most notably, the index held above its previous record high of 60,437 over the last four sessions.

The momentum indicators also remained supportive, with the RSI holding around the 60 zone. The MACD maintained its bullish crossover, with the histogram holding above the zero line.

"Bank Nifty is cooling off near the highs — basically a healthy breather after the recent run. It’s holding steady above the previous breakout zone, which keeps the bullish setup alive for now," said Vatsal Bhuva, Technical Analyst at LKP Securities.

He advised watching 60,000 closely as the line in the sand for support. "If we clear 61,000 with volume, the next leg up begins. Support is placed at 60,000 and resistance at 61,000," he said.

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Technical View: Bears may get charge if Nifty decisively breaks 25,800, until then hope for 26,000 remains; Bank Nifty outperforms, holds 60,500

The Nifty 50 remained under pressure throughout the session and closed nearly six-tenths of a percent lower on February 12, snapping its four-day winning streak. However, it managed to defend the February 9 bullish gap on a closing basis. If the index decisively breaks the upper end of the bullish gap (25,700–25,780), selling pressure may widen toward 25,700–25,600. Until then, the hope for a move toward 26,000 remains alive, experts said.

Further, according to them, near-term consolidation may continue for a few more sessions before the bulls regain strong momentum.

The Nifty 50 opened lower at 25,907 (which was also the day’s high) and gradually extended its downtrend as the session progressed. The benchmark index fell 147 points (0.57 percent) to close at 25,807, forming a bearish candle with a lower shadow on the daily charts, indicating a short-term downward correction amid range-bound movement.

The index negated the higher high–higher low formation of the previous three consecutive sessions but stayed well above all key moving averages, with short-term moving averages trending northward. The RSI declined to 53.87 but sustained its bullish crossover. The MACD remained above the zero line with a positive bias, while the histogram showed fading positivity but still held above the zero line.

According to Nagaraj Shetti, Senior Technical Research Analyst at HDFC Securities, the near-term trend of the Nifty remains positive.

&quot;Present consolidation/downward correction could be short-lived and Nifty could bounce back from lower levels in the near term. Immediate support is placed around the 25,600 level,&quot; he said.

Weekly options data continued to suggest that 26,000 is expected to be immediate crucial resistance for the Nifty 50, with immediate support at 25,800. The maximum Call open interest was observed at the 26,000 strike, followed by the 25,900 and 26,100 strikes, with maximum Call writing at the 25,900, 25,800, and 26,000 strikes.

On the Put side, the 25,800 strike holds the maximum Put open interest, followed by the 25,500 and 25,700 strikes, with maximum Put writing at the 25,800, 25,550, and 25,300 strikes.

Meanwhile, the fear gauge, India VIX, climbed 1.54 percent to 11.73 but remained below the 12 zone as well as all key moving averages, which is still favourable for bulls who remain in a comfort zone.

Bank Nifty

The Bank Nifty remained range-bound for the fourth straight session, especially after the gap-up trade on February 9, outperforming the benchmark Nifty 50. The banking index traded in around a 250-point range during the day before closing just 6 points lower at 60,740.

In fact, the index sustained near the upper Bollinger Bands while trading well above all key moving averages, which were all trending upward. Most notably, the index held above its previous record high of 60,437 over the last four sessions.

The momentum indicators also remained supportive, with the RSI holding around the 60 zone. The MACD maintained its bullish crossover, with the histogram holding above the zero line.

&quot;Bank Nifty is cooling off near the highs — basically a healthy breather after the recent run. It’s holding steady above the previous breakout zone, which keeps the bullish setup alive for now,&quot; said Vatsal Bhuva, Technical Analyst at LKP Securities.

He advised watching 60,000 closely as the line in the sand for support. &quot;If we clear 61,000 with volume, the next leg up begins. Support is placed at 60,000 and resistance at 61,000,&quot; he said.

Disclaimer: The views and investment tips expressed by experts on Moneycontrol are their own and not those of the website or its management. Moneycontrol advises users to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.

Indian markets ended lower as IT stocks fell to a 10-month low, IT index fell 5 percent; Infosys, TCS, Wipro among major losers, Over 130 stocks hit 52-week highs, while 100+ stocks touched 52-week lows

* Indian markets ended lower as IT stocks fell to a 10-month low
* IT index fell 5 percent; Infosys, TCS, Wipro among major losers
* Over 130 stocks hit 52-week highs, while 100+ stocks touched 52-week lows

Indian equity markets fell on February 12, ending a four-day winning streak, as IT stocks dropped amid AI concerns. Nifty closed at 25,807.20, Sensex at 83,674.92. Most sectors declined, with IT index hitting a 10-month low and shedding 5%.

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* Indian markets ended lower as IT stocks fell to a 10-month low
* IT index fell 5 percent; Infosys, TCS, Wipro among major losers
* Over 130 stocks hit 52-week highs, while 100+ stocks touched 52-week lows

Amid fresh concerns over the impact of artificial intelligence on IT stocks, Indian equity markets ended lower on February 12, with the Nifty falling at 25,750 mark and snapping a four-day winning streak.

After witnessing a 7 percent decline in the previous week, IT stocks remained under pressure, falling another 6 percent so far this week and dragging the Nifty IT index to a 10-month low.

At close, the Sensex was down 558.72 points or 0.66 percent at 83,674.92, and the Nifty was down 146.65 points or 0.57 percent at 25,807.20.

Broader indices performed in line with the benchmarks, with the Nifty Midcap and Nifty Smallcap indices declining 0.5 percent each.

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Bajaj Finance, Shriram Finance, Eicher Motors, ICICI Bank, Trent were among major gainers on the Nifty, while losers were Infosys, TCS, Tech Mahindra, HCL Technologies and Wipro.

Among sectors, except Consumer Durables (up 0.4%), all other indices ended in the red with IT index sheds 5% and oil &amp; gas, media, realty down 1% each.

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In stock specific actions, Lenskart Solutions share price rose 13% as Q3 profit rises 71-fold, LG Electronics India shares declined 3% amid weak Q3 earnings, Neogen Chemicals share price slipped 1% as profit down 63%, Kernex Microsystems India share price down 4% despite order win worth Rs 411.17 crore, Amara Raja Energy shares fell 5% after profit down 53%, Garware Technical Fibres shares added 2% on better Q3 earnings, Hikal share price rose 10% despite posting losses in Q3.

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More than 130 stocks touched their 52-week highs, including Kirloskar Oil, Shriram Finance, Eicher Motors, Voltas, Max Financial, Indus Towers, Jindal Steel, SBI, APL Apollo, L&amp;T, Astral, ONGC, Bajaj Auto, Hitachi Energy, SAIL, JSW Steel, NTPC, 3M India, among others. <a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/stocks/market-stats/52-week-high-bse/?indexName=BSE%2520500&amp;id=12">Click to View More</a>

More than 100 stocks touched their 52-week low, including Sonata Software, KPIT Technologies, Oracle Financial Services, Hexaware Technologies, TCS, Poly Medicure, Newgen Software, Mastek, Wipro, Cyient, Firstsource Solutions, IGL, Happiest Minds, Clean Science, Abbott India, among others. <a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/stocks/market-stats/52-week-low-bse/?indexName=BSE%2520500&amp;id=12">Click to View More</a>

Outlook for February 13

Rupak De, Senior Technical Analyst at LKP Securities

The index, following a weak opening, remained under selling pressure. However, the selling momentum was not strong, resulting in a largely lackluster session. The index traded within the 25,750–25,850 range throughout the day.

Despite the correction, it managed to close above the 20DMA, keeping the possibility of a recovery intact. On the upside, resistance continues to be placed at 26,000. On the downside, support is seen in the 25,750/25,500.

Sudeep Shah, Head - Technical and Derivatives Research at SBI Securities

The domestic equity market witnessed a weak start on Thursday, with the Nifty opening sharply lower amid a broad sell-off in IT stocks. Persistent concerns over the potential impact of fast-growing AI start ups on traditional IT service companies triggered heavy pressure across the IT stocks. As a result, the Nifty IT index slumped 5.51%, dragging the benchmark indices lower through the session.

Despite the initial gap down move, the Nifty managed to stabilise somewhat but eventually closed near the 25800 mark, down 0.57%, forming a bearish candle with a minor lower shadow on the daily chart. The candle pattern reflects intraday attempts at recovery, although overall sentiment remained cautious.

From a technical standpoint, the benchmark index is still holding above its key moving averages, suggesting that the broader uptrend structure remains intact. However, momentum indicators point towards sideways consolidation in the near term, indicating a potential pause before the next directional move.

Going ahead, for Nifty, the 50-day EMA zone of 25700-25670 will act as important support for the index. On the upside, the zone of 25900-25940 will act as an immediate hurdle for the index. Any sustainable move above 25940 will lead to a further upside rally up to the 26100 level in the short term.

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Taking Stock: Further IT sell-off drags market; Nifty at 25,800, Sensex down 559 pts

Amid fresh concerns over the impact of artificial intelligence on IT stocks, Indian equity markets ended lower on February 12, with the Nifty falling at 25,750 mark and snapping a four-day winning streak.

After witnessing a 7 percent decline in the previous week, IT stocks remained under pressure, falling another 6 percent so far this week and dragging the Nifty IT index to a 10-month low.

At close, the Sensex was down 558.72 points or 0.66 percent at 83,674.92, and the Nifty was down 146.65 points or 0.57 percent at 25,807.20.

Broader indices performed in line with the benchmarks, with the Nifty Midcap and Nifty Smallcap indices declining 0.5 percent each.

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Bajaj Finance, Shriram Finance, Eicher Motors, ICICI Bank, Trent were among major gainers on the Nifty, while losers were Infosys, TCS, Tech Mahindra, HCL Technologies and Wipro.

Among sectors, except Consumer Durables (up 0.4%), all other indices ended in the red with IT index sheds 5% and oil &amp;amp; gas, media, realty down 1% each.

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In stock specific actions, Lenskart Solutions share price rose 13% as Q3 profit rises 71-fold, LG Electronics India shares declined 3% amid weak Q3 earnings, Neogen Chemicals share price slipped 1% as profit down 63%, Kernex Microsystems India share price down 4% despite order win worth Rs 411.17 crore, Amara Raja Energy shares fell 5% after profit down 53%, Garware Technical Fibres shares added 2% on better Q3 earnings, Hikal share price rose 10% despite posting losses in Q3.

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More than 130 stocks touched their 52-week highs, including Kirloskar Oil, Shriram Finance, Eicher Motors, Voltas, Max Financial, Indus Towers, Jindal Steel, SBI, APL Apollo, L&amp;amp;T, Astral, ONGC, Bajaj Auto, Hitachi Energy, SAIL, JSW Steel, NTPC, 3M India, among others. Click to View More

More than 100 stocks touched their 52-week low, including Sonata Software, KPIT Technologies, Oracle Financial Services, Hexaware Technologies, TCS, Poly Medicure, Newgen Software, Mastek, Wipro, Cyient, Firstsource Solutions, IGL, Happiest Minds, Clean Science, Abbott India, among others. Click to View More

Outlook for February 13

Rupak De, Senior Technical Analyst at LKP Securities

The index, following a weak opening, remained under selling pressure. However, the selling momentum was not strong, resulting in a largely lackluster session. The index traded within the 25,750–25,850 range throughout the day.

Despite the correction, it managed to close above the 20DMA, keeping the possibility of a recovery intact. On the upside, resistance continues to be placed at 26,000. On the downside, support is seen in the 25,750/25,500.

Sudeep Shah, Head - Technical and Derivatives Research at SBI Securities

The domestic equity market witnessed a weak start on Thursday, with the Nifty opening sharply lower amid a broad sell-off in IT stocks. Persistent concerns over the potential impact of fast-growing AI start ups on traditional IT service companies triggered heavy pressure across the IT stocks. As a result, the Nifty IT index slumped 5.51%, dragging the benchmark indices lower through the session.

Despite the initial gap down move, the Nifty managed to stabilise somewhat but eventually closed near the 25800 mark, down 0.57%, forming a bearish candle with a minor lower shadow on the daily chart. The candle pattern reflects intraday attempts at recovery, although overall sentiment remained cautious.

From a technical standpoint, the benchmark index is still holding above its key moving averages, suggesting that the broader uptrend structure remains intact. However, momentum indicators point towards sideways consolidation in the near term, indicating a potential pause before the next directional move.

Going ahead, for Nifty, the 50-day EMA zone of 25700-25670 will act as important support for the index. On the upside, the zone of 25900-25940 will act as an immediate hurdle for the index. Any sustainable move above 25940 will lead to a further upside rally up to the 26100 level in the short term.

Disclaimer: The views and investment tips expressed by experts on Moneycontrol.com are their own and not those of the website or its management. Moneycontrol.com advises users to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.

AI Jitters Sink IT Index to 10-Month Low; Nifty Clocks Triple-Digit Loss | Closing Bell Live

Sensex and Nifty fell, dragged by IT shares amid weak US market cues., Nifty IT index fell 4%, with Tech Mahindra, Infosys, Wipro among top losers., Oil prices rose, adding concerns for India due to inflation and trade deficit.

* Sensex and Nifty fell, dragged by IT shares amid weak US market cues.
* Nifty IT index fell 4%, with Tech Mahindra, Infosys, Wipro among top losers.
* Oil prices rose, adding concerns for India due to inflation and trade deficit.

Sensex and Nifty fell as IT stocks dropped sharply, tracking US market losses and AI disruption concerns. Nifty IT index declined over 4%. Rising crude prices and weak global cues also weighed on sentiment. Technical outlook shows support near 25,700-25,780.

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* Sensex and Nifty fell, dragged by IT shares amid weak US market cues.
* Nifty IT index fell 4%, with Tech Mahindra, Infosys, Wipro among top losers.
* Oil prices rose, adding concerns for India due to inflation and trade deficit.

The benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty declined on Thursday, dragged down by heavy selling in IT shares amid weak cues from US markets.

The Sensex settled 558.72 points or 0.66 percent lower at 83,674.92, while the broader Nifty settled at 25,807.20, down 146.65 points or 0.57 percent.

<a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/india/stockpricequote/computers-software/techmahindra/TM4" target="_blank">Tech Mahindra</a>, Infosys and Wipro were among the major laggards in the Nifty50 pack, declining up to 5 percent, while <a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/india/stockpricequote/finance-nbfc/bajajfinance/BAF" target="_blank">Bajaj Finance</a> and State Bank of India rose up to 2 percent. Market breadth was negative as about 1468 shares advanced, 2011 shares declined and 175 shares unchanged.
<h3>Key factors behind market decline</h3>
1) Selling in IT shares: Shares of Indian IT firms fell sharply, tracking losses in their Wall Street peers after better-than-expected US jobs data for January lowered expectations of an early rate cut by the US Federal Reserve. Concerns over artificial intelligence-led disruptions also weighed on sentiment.

The <a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/markets/infosys-tcs-techm-other-it-stocks-tumble-up-to-5-on-fresh-ai-concerns-after-us-jobs-data-13824774.html" target="_blank">Nifty IT index</a> declined more than 4 percent, emerging as the top sectoral loser.

After losing 12.6 percent in 2025, the index has declined about 11 percent so far in 2026 amid concerns that AI-driven changes could impact earnings of software services companies.

"It’s a mix of knee-jerk reaction and concerns over real threat to IT," Vinit Bolinjkar, Head of Research at Ventura Securities told Reuters. "AI automation targets labour-heavy models at top Indian IT firms, slashing billable hours and headcount," he added.

VK Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist at Geojit Investments, said tech stocks are unlikely to recover soon following sharp declines in the ADRs of leading Indian IT companies in the US.

"The latest US jobs data indicating addition of 1,30,000 jobs last month and unemployment falling to 4.3 percent points to the possibility of no rate cuts by the Fed in the near term. In India, too, it appears that the rate-cutting cycle is over since growth is good and inflation is expected to inch back to the RBI’s long-term target by the end of FY27," Vijayakumar said.

2) Crude rises: Oil prices edged higher amid concerns over escalating tensions between the US and Iran. Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, rose 0.46 percent to USD 69.72 per barrel. Higher crude prices are seen as negative for India, which is a major importer of oil, as they can widen the trade deficit and add to inflationary pressures.
<h3><a href="https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/business/markets/stock-market-live-updates-gift-nifty-hints-a-firm-opening-us-markets-flat-asia-rises-liveblog-13824246.html" target="_blank">Stock Market LIVE Updates</a></h3>
3) Weak global cues: In Asia, Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index was trading in the red. US markets had closed lower on Wednesday.
<h3>Technical outlook</h3>
The Nifty continues to hold its uptrend, trading above key moving averages. Immediate resistance is seen near the 26,000 level. A move above this could push the index towards its record high of 26,373. On the downside, the 25,700-25,780 zone is expected to offer support, said Devarsh Vakil, Head of Prime Research, HDFC Securities.

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Sensex settles 550 pts lower, Nifty ends near 25,800: IT sell-off among key factors behind market decline

Sensex news today: Sensex settles 550 pts lower, Nifty ends near 25,800: IT sell-off among key factors behind market decline

The benchmark equity indices Sensex and Nifty declined on Thursday, dragged down by heavy selling in IT shares amid weak cues from US markets.

The Sensex settled 558.72 points or 0.66 percent lower at 83,674.92, while the broader Nifty settled at 25,807.20, down 146.65 points or 0.57 percent.

Tech Mahindra, Infosys and Wipro were among the major laggards in the Nifty50 pack, declining up to 5 percent, while Bajaj Finance and State Bank of India rose up to 2 percent. Market breadth was negative as about 1468 shares advanced, 2011 shares declined and 175 shares unchanged.
Key factors behind market decline
1) Selling in IT shares: Shares of Indian IT firms fell sharply, tracking losses in their Wall Street peers after better-than-expected US jobs data for January lowered expectations of an early rate cut by the US Federal Reserve. Concerns over artificial intelligence-led disruptions also weighed on sentiment.

The Nifty IT index declined more than 4 percent, emerging as the top sectoral loser.

After losing 12.6 percent in 2025, the index has declined about 11 percent so far in 2026 amid concerns that AI-driven changes could impact earnings of software services companies.

&quot;It’s a mix of knee-jerk reaction and concerns over real threat to IT,&quot; Vinit Bolinjkar, Head of Research at Ventura Securities told Reuters. &quot;AI automation targets labour-heavy models at top Indian IT firms, slashing billable hours and headcount,&quot; he added.

VK Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist at Geojit Investments, said tech stocks are unlikely to recover soon following sharp declines in the ADRs of leading Indian IT companies in the US.

&quot;The latest US jobs data indicating addition of 1,30,000 jobs last month and unemployment falling to 4.3 percent points to the possibility of no rate cuts by the Fed in the near term. In India, too, it appears that the rate-cutting cycle is over since growth is good and inflation is expected to inch back to the RBI’s long-term target by the end of FY27,&quot; Vijayakumar said.

2) Crude rises: Oil prices edged higher amid concerns over escalating tensions between the US and Iran. Brent crude, the global oil benchmark, rose 0.46 percent to USD 69.72 per barrel. Higher crude prices are seen as negative for India, which is a major importer of oil, as they can widen the trade deficit and add to inflationary pressures.
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3) Weak global cues: In Asia, Hong Kong’s Hang Seng index was trading in the red. US markets had closed lower on Wednesday.
Technical outlook
The Nifty continues to hold its uptrend, trading above key moving averages. Immediate resistance is seen near the 26,000 level. A move above this could push the index towards its record high of 26,373. On the downside, the 25,700-25,780 zone is expected to offer support, said Devarsh Vakil, Head of Prime Research, HDFC Securities.

Disclaimer: The views and investment tips expressed by investment experts on Moneycontrol.com are their own and not those of the website or its management. Moneycontrol.com advises users to check with certified experts before taking any investment decisions.

10 out of 16 years NIFTY REALTY has given negative returns in February.

Type	R1	R2	R3	PP	S1	S2	S3
Classic	859.70	864.65	873.80	850.55	845.60	836.45	831.50
Fibonacci	855.94	859.26	864.65	850.55	845.16	841.84	836.45
Camarilla	856.04	857.33	858.63	850.55	853.46	852.17	850.87

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