Markets Dip at Midday: Nifty and Sensex Down Nearly 1% on February 13
Indian stock markets are trading in negative territory on February 13, 2026, with Nifty 50 and BSE Sensex both down by approximately 1%. Most sectors are experiencing losses, with Commercial Services, Energy, and Realty being the top losers. Trading and Castings, Forgings & Fastners sectors show slight gains. Neogen Chemicals received its third insurance payment for fire damage, while Mahindra & Mahindra unveiled a new e-auto model.
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Market Overview
The Indian stock markets are trading in negative territory at midday on February 13, 2026. Both benchmark indices, the Nifty 50 and the BSE Sensex, have shed nearly 1% each from their previous close.
| Index | Current Price | Previous Close | Change | % Change | Last Updated |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nifty 50 | 25,561.85 | 25,807.20 | -245.35 | -0.95% | 13/02/2026 12:00:07 |
| BSE Sensex | 82,884.64 | 83,674.92 | -790.28 | -0.94% | 13/02/2026 12:00:16 |
Sectoral Performance
The market is witnessing a broad-based decline, with several sectors experiencing significant losses.
Top Losing Sectors
| Sector | Average % Change |
|---|---|
| Commercial Services | -18.84% |
| Energy | -18.13% |
| Realty | -14.83% |
| FMCG | -14.51% |
| Textiles | -14.36% |
Top Performing Sectors
Despite the overall negative trend, a couple of sectors are showing positive movement:
| Sector | Average % Change |
|---|---|
| Trading | 2.42% |
| Castings, Forgings & Fastners | 0.53% |
Buzzing Stocks
Neogen Chemicals: The company has received its third insurance payment of Rs 60 crore for fire damage at its Dahej facility. This brings the total on-account claims to Rs 140 crore. The company plans to commission the replacement plant in Q1 FY27.
Mahindra & Mahindra: Mahindra Last Mile Mobility has unveiled the UDO e-auto, featuring an airplane-inspired design, 200 km range, and advanced features. The e-auto is priced at ₹3,84,299, with a limited-time offer price of ₹3,58,999.
Conclusion
As the trading session progresses, the Indian markets are experiencing downward pressure across most sectors. Investors are advised to monitor further developments and market movements throughout the day.
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