Indian Markets: Top Gainers and Losers on Feb 17, 2026
Benchmark indexes closed higher for the second day with gains led by Adani Enterprises, ITC, Bharat Electronics, and Infosys. Metals, consumer and financial stocks weighed on sentiment as the market displayed mixed breadth while indices remained above key support levels.
Benchmark indexes closed higher for the second day with gains led by Adani Enterprises, ITC, Bharat Electronics, and Infosys. Metals, consumer and financial stocks weighed on sentiment as the market displayed mixed breadth while indices remained above key support levels.
Indian Markets End Higher on February 17 as Adani Enterprises, ITC and Infosys Lead Gains
Indian benchmark equity indices extended a positive run for the second consecutive session on February 17, with both the Sensex and Nifty finishing higher. Gains were broad-based yet driven by select large-cap stocks across key sectors, while several cyclical and defensive names lagged.
Sensex, Nifty Close in the Green
The BSE Sensex climbed approximately 170 points to close comfortably in positive territory. The NSE Nifty50 advanced modestly above 25,700, marking a continuation of the recovery seen in recent sessions. Strength in information technology, capital goods and consumer segments contributed to the upward momentum.
Top Gainers Across Major Stocks
Several large-cap names recorded strong gains on the day:
- Adani Enterprises led the list of top gainers, advancing in excess of 2.5% after renewed buying interest in diversified infrastructure and energy plays.
- ITC and Bharat Electronics delivered solid performances, with gains reflecting investor confidence in defensive and defence-oriented businesses.
- Infosys also featured among the top performers, recording high single-digit percentage gains as technology stocks recovered from recent weakness.
- Other notable advances were seen in Larsen & Toubro, Asian Paints, HCL Technologies and Bajaj Auto.
Wider market indicators showed participation beyond headline stocks, with several midcap and smallcap counters also posting notable gains.
Select Stocks Underperformed
Despite broad strength, a handful of names lagged behind:
- Kwality Walls and Hindalco Industries were among the notable decliners, reflecting sector-specific weakness in staples and metals.
- Tata Steel and Trent also closed lower, indicating profit booking and rotation away from select cyclical names.
- Other underperformers included diversified financials and consumer-linked stocks, which faced selling pressure in an otherwise stable market.
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Sectoral and Breadth Trends
Market breadth was mixed as sectors like FMCG, capital goods and engineering contributed to gains, while metals and select consumer names detracted from the overall market performance. Banking and financial services stocks exhibited divergent movement, with some midcore banks outperforming while larger financial firms posted modest losses.
Broader Market Context
The rally on February 17 followed broader market resilience amid mixed global cues and continued domestic investor interest. Market participants highlighted the importance of sector rotation and stock specific momentum in driving daily market direction.