Indian equity markets opened under pressure amid geopolitical tensions between the US and Iran and a spike in crude oil prices dented investor sentiment. Sensex and Nifty slipped in early trade, tracking weak global cues and cautious mood across Asian markets
20 February,2026 12:39 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Sensex and Nifty opened higher on Thursday but soon slipped into the red due to selling in services and consumer durables stocks. IT and auto shares offered support, while Asian markets rallied. FIIs and DIIs remained net buyers, and Brent crude edged higher
19 February,2026 11:52 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent-1771394441932_d.png "Sensex declines 0.30 per cent; Nifty down 0.27 per cent; IT stocks record losses")
Equity benchmark indices Sensex and Nifty opened lower on Wednesday amid volatility in IT and services stocks. The Sensex slipped over 247 points while the Nifty dropped 70 points. Analysts expect continued churn from IT towards banking, auto and pharma sectors despite positive global cues
18 February,2026 11:30 AM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Continuing the recent bear run, Sensex and Nifty opened lower on Tuesday but quickly recovered, led by gains in Infosys and ITC. FIIs remained net sellers, while global markets showed mixed trends. Gold and silver prices also declined for the second straight session amid US policy cues
17 February,2026 12:07 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
