| Market Pulse |
Wednesday, 18 February, 2026 |
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Market Snapshot
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Nifty 50
25,725.4
+0.17%
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Sensex
83,450.96
+0.21%
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Bank Nifty
61,174
+0.37%
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The Indian markets saw a slight uptick today with both Nifty 50 and Sensex posting modest gains, driven predominantly by positive sentiment around the recent surge in AI investments. Strong institutional buying by both FIIs and DIIs further bolstered the market uptrend. However, cautious sentiment prevailed due to global concerns, particularly the US stock futures' decline amidst AI fears, which could impact IT and banking stocks. The slowdown in China's car market also raised concerns for the auto sector's export potential.
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The Big Story
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📰 FEATURED
India bids to attract over $200B in AI infrastructure investment by 2028
ITInfra
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Strong growth potential in AI and infrastructure; strategic investments recommended.
WHY IT MATTERS
India's push for AI infrastructure investment could significantly boost IT and infrastructure sectors.
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Quick Takes
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sector • positive
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AI investments surge in India as tech leaders convene for Delhi summit
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Consider long-term investments in AI and tech sectors.
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company • positive
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Adani pledges $100B to build AI data centers as India seeks bigger role in the global AI race
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Adani's commitment signals strong growth; consider Adani Group and related stocks.
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india macro • positive
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Indian central bank raises loan limits for small businesses, backs REIT lending
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Banking and real estate sectors could see increased activity; consider exposure.
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global macro • negative
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US stock futures slip with AI fears in focus, Fed minutes ahead
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Monitor IT and banking stocks for potential volatility due to global market concerns.
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global macro • negative
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Is China’s Car Market Losing Steam?
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Monitor Indian auto sector for potential export challenges due to China's market slowdown.
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sector • positive
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Alphabet Expands In India As Waymo Explores Hyundai Robotaxi Fleet Deal
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Positive outlook for IT and auto sectors; consider tech and auto stocks.
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FII / DII Activity
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FII/FPI
Bought
₹995.21 Cr
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DII
Bought
₹187.04 Cr
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FIIs bought ₹995.21 Cr, DIIs bought ₹187.04 Cr today.
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Market Breadth
Advances: 867 ·
Declines: 840 ·
A/D Ratio: 1.03
Mixed participation across market
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Sector Performance
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PSU Bank
+2.1%
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IT
+1.0%
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FMCG
+0.9%
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Media
+0.7%
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Auto
+0.5%
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Pharma
+0.4%
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Bank
+0.4%
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Infra
+0.1%
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Energy
+0.0%
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Fin Services
-0.1%
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Realty
-0.3%
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Metal
-1.1%
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PSU Bank, IT led gains while Realty, Metal underperformed. Mixed sector performance today.
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Technical Levels
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Nifty 50
| Support |
25,500 / 25,274 |
| Resistance |
25,824 / 25,923 |
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Bank Nifty
| Support |
60,624 |
| Resistance |
61,173 |
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Nifty is in sideways trend. Trading above 200 DMA indicates medium-term strength.
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Global Cues
| S&P Futures: -0.02%
Global cues mixed; expect range-bound opening
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Commodities & Forex
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Gold
₹1,51,800
-1.91%
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Silver
₹2,30,204
+0.62%
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USD/INR
Rs 90.61/USD
+0.01%
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Macro / Economic Events
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1 earnings results expected |
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RBI Monetary Policy Decision |
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Looking Ahead
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RBI Monetary Policy Decision |
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Corporate Actions
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Wipro
Cognizant to Accenture, Wipro ADRs: US tech stocks fall on AI-led fears, Indian IT stocks likely to follow
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ITC
Starboard Urges Bitcoin Miner Riot to Speed Up Shift to Data Centers
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Axis Bank
preferred pick by Centrum within banking space; target ₹1,460
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Earnings Calendar
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Ace Men Engg Works Limited
18 Feb
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Markets are subject to risks, and past performance is not indicative of future results.
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