Domestic benchmark indices traded in a narrow range through Tuesday's session, closing largely flat as buying in auto and healthcare names offset selling pressure in IT and private banking stocks.
The stock market today saw the Sensex dip 40 points to settle at 84,234, while the Nifty managed a marginal gain of 19 points, closing at 25,954. The muted session reflects cautious sentiment ahead of key global cues, though sectoral rotation kept broader indices afloat.
Auto, Healthcare Lead; IT Under Pressure
Sectoral trends painted a mixed picture. Auto stocks emerged as the day's top performers, with the Nifty Auto index climbing nearly 1%. Healthcare counters also witnessed sustained buying interest.
"Defensive sectors like healthcare are finding favour amid global uncertainty, while autos are riding on strong domestic demand cues," said Rajesh Mehta, senior market analyst at Centrum Broking.
IT stocks remained under pressure for the second consecutive session, weighed down by concerns over slowing tech spending in key Western markets. Private banking names also saw profit booking after recent gains.
Of the 30 Sensex stocks, 17 closed in negative territory. On the broader Nifty-50, 26 stocks ended lower, underscoring the narrow breadth of today's advance.
Global Cues: Mixed Bag
Overseas, Asian markets delivered a mixed performance. South Korea's Kospi climbed 1% to 5,354, while Hong Kong's Hang Seng added 0.31%. China's Shanghai Composite eked out marginal gains. Japan's Nikkei, however, closed in the red.
In the US overnight, the Dow Jones edged up 0.10%, though the Nasdaq and S&P 500 slipped 0.59% and 0.33% respectively, reflecting lingering rate concerns.
FII DII Data: Domestic Investors Lead Charge
A notable development in Tuesday's session was the shift in institutional flows. Foreign institutional investors turned buyers on February 10, acquiring shares worth ₹69 crore. Domestic institutional investors remained aggressive buyers, pumping in ₹1,174 crore.
This marks a sharp contrast to December 2025, when FIIs offloaded shares worth ₹34,350 crore. DIIs have consistently provided a cushion, having purchased ₹79,620 crore in equities during the same period.
"The FII DII data suggests domestic liquidity is outweighing foreign outflows, a structural tailwind for Indian markets," Mehta added.
Last Call: Aay Finance, Fractal Analytics IPOs Close Today
February 11 marks the final day for investors to bid in the initial public offerings of NBFC Aay Finance and tech firm Fractal Analytics.
Aay Finance aims to raise ₹1,010 crore through its public issue, while Fractal Analytics is looking to mobilise ₹2,833.90 crore. Both offerings have received healthy traction across investor categories.
Key IPO Dates:
- IPO Opening: 9 February
- IPO Closing: 11 February
- Share Allotment: 12 February
- Refunds/Share Credit: 13 February
- Listing: 16 February
Yesterday's Rally Offers Context
Tuesday's flat close follows Monday's bullish momentum. On February 10, the Sensex had rallied 208 points to 84,274, with the Nifty gaining 68 points to 25,935. The auto sector had surged 1.37%, while IT and media stocks also contributed.
Market Snapshot: February 10, 2026
- Sensex: 84,274 ▲ +208 (+0.25%)
- Nifty: 25,935 ▲ +68 (+0.26%)
- Nifty Midcap 100: 60,735 ▲ +294 (+0.49%)
- Nifty Smallcap 100: 17,451 ▲ +65 (+0.38%)
Outlook: What Investors Should Watch
With Q3 earnings largely priced in and global central bank commentary in focus, analysts expect rangebound trade in the near term. The Sensex Nifty update suggests 25,800 on the Nifty remains crucial support, while 26,200 acts as immediate resistance.
For retail investors, experts recommend focusing on sectors with domestic tailwinds—autos, healthcare, and select financials—while awaiting clarity on FII flows.
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