Markets at Noon: Nifty Edges Higher, Sensex Flat as Energy Sector Drags
Indian markets show mixed trends at midday on February 11, 2026, with Nifty 50 up 0.07% and Sensex flat. Energy sector leads losses at -19.61%, while Castings, Forgings & Fasteners top gainers at 2.57%. Key stocks buzzing include Care Ratings, Max India, Ddev Plastiks, Max Estates, Torrent Power, and Sun TV Network, driven by ratings affirmations, corporate announcements, and financial results.
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Market Overview
The Indian stock markets are showing mixed trends at midday on February 11, 2026. The Nifty 50 is marginally higher, while the BSE Sensex remains relatively flat.
Key Indices Performance
| Index | Current Price | Change | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | 25,953.65 | 18.50 | 0.07% |
| BSE Sensex | 84,274.70 | 0.78 | 0.00% |
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Sectoral Performance
The market is witnessing a divergence in sector performance, with some sectors facing significant pressure while others show resilience.
Top Losing Sectors
| Sector | Average % Change |
|---|---|
| Energy | -19.61% |
| Commercial Services | -18.23% |
| Forest Materials | -17.08% |
| Textiles | -15.70% |
| Realty | -13.50% |
Top Performing Sectors
| Sector | Average % Change |
|---|---|
| Castings, Forgings & Fasteners | 2.57% |
| Cables | 2.29% |
Buzzing Stocks
Several stocks are making headlines today:
Care Ratings reaffirmed CARE AA-; Stable rating for Medi Assist Insurance TPA's ₹246 crore credit facilities.
Max India Limited approved shifting its registered office from Mumbai to Delhi and reported a board member resignation.
Ddev Plastiks announced robust 9MFY26 performance with 17% YoY revenue growth and an interim dividend of Rs 0.50 per share.
Max Estates achieved over INR 1,900 crores in pre-sales for its Gurugram project and secured a significant commercial pre-leasing deal.
Torrent Power reported a 93.15% YoY increase in Q3FY26 net profit and approved an interim dividend and NCD fundraising plan.
Sun TV Network, OnMobile Global, and Finkurve Financial Services released their latest financial results, showing varied performance across the companies.
Market Breadth
The market breadth data is currently unavailable. We will update this information as soon as it becomes accessible.
Conclusion
The Indian markets are showing mixed signals at midday, with the Nifty 50 slightly up and the Sensex remaining flat. The energy sector is facing significant pressure, while niche sectors like Castings, Forgings & Fasteners are outperforming. Investors are closely watching corporate earnings and sector-specific developments as the trading day progresses.
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