Market Wrap: Nifty and Sensex Tumble Over 1% Amid Sector-wide Selloff
Indian stock markets closed sharply lower on February 13, with Nifty 50 dropping 1.30% to 25,471.10 and Sensex falling 1.25% to 82,626.76. Energy sector was the worst hit, plummeting 18.07%, followed by Commercial Services and Realty. Trading sector was the sole gainer, up 1.04%. Market breadth was negative with 3,112 declining stocks versus 1,440 advancing out of 4,552 traded. Key stocks in focus included TCM Limited, Mahindra & Mahindra, and Enviro Infra Engineers.
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Market Overview
The Indian stock markets ended the trading session on a negative note on February 13, 2026, with both benchmark indices witnessing significant declines. The Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex faced substantial selling pressure, resulting in over 1% losses for each.
| Index | Closing Price | Change | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | 25,471.10 | -336.10 | -1.30% |
| BSE Sensex | 82,626.76 | -1,048.16 | -1.25% |
Sectoral Performance
The market witnessed a broad-based selloff, with most sectors ending in the red. Energy stocks were the worst hit, followed by Commercial Services and Realty.
Top Losing Sectors
| Sector | Average % Change |
|---|---|
| Energy | -18.07% |
| Commercial Services | -13.19% |
| Realty | -11.25% |
| Textiles | -9.35% |
| FMCG | -9.30% |
On the positive side, the Trading sector managed to buck the trend, albeit with modest gains.
Top Performing Sector
| Sector | Average % Change |
|---|---|
| Trading | 1.04% |
Buzzing Stocks
TCM Limited: The company announced Q3 FY26 results, reporting standalone revenue of ₹520.15 lakhs and consolidated revenue of ₹568.74 lakhs. However, the company reported losses across segments.
Mahindra & Mahindra: Mahindra Last Mile Mobility unveiled the UDO e-auto with an airplane-inspired design, 200 km range, and advanced features. The e-auto is priced at ₹3,84,299 with a limited-time offer at ₹3,58,999.
Enviro Infra Engineers: The company submitted its Q3 FY26 monitoring agency report, showing ₹44,467.57 lakhs utilized from IPO proceeds, with ₹7,259.68 lakhs remaining unutilized and parked in fixed deposits earning 6.30% returns.
Market Breadth
The overall market sentiment was decidedly negative, as reflected in the market breadth statistics:
| Category | Number of Scrips |
|---|---|
| Total Traded | 4,552 |
| Positive | 1,440 |
| Negative | 3,112 |
Conclusion
The Indian stock markets faced significant selling pressure on February 13, 2026, with both the Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex closing over 1% lower. The selloff was broad-based, affecting most sectors, with Energy, Commercial Services, and Realty being the worst hit. The Trading sector was the sole gainer, albeit marginally. The negative market breadth further underscored the bearish sentiment prevailing in the market during the session.
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