The Sensex and Nifty News today brought relief to investors after a session filled with steady buying and selective action across sectors. After navigating mixed global cues, the Indian stock market managed to close firmly in the green on February 23.
There was calm. There was confidence. And most importantly, there was buying where it mattered.
The BSE Sensex closed at 83,294.66, rising 480 points or 0.58%. The Nifty 50 ended at 25,713, up 142 points or 0.55%. While headline indices looked strong, the broader market told a more mixed story.
Let’s break down today’s Sensex and Nifty News in a structured, clear, and readable format.
Market Performance: Sensex and Nifty Close with Solid Gains
The session began cautiously. Global signals were mixed. But buying interest picked up through the day.
Here’s where the key indices closed:
- Sensex: 83,294.66 (+ 480 points | +0.58%)
- Nifty 50: 25,713 (+ 142 points | +0.55%)
However, broader indices showed divergence:
- BSE 150 MidCap Index: - 0.21%
- BSE 250 SmallCap Index: + 0.51%
This tells us one thing — the rally was selective.
Large caps carried the market higher. Midcaps were under mild pressure. Smallcaps saw pockets of momentum.
Market Capitalisation Rises by ₹2 Lakh Crore
The overall market mood improved sharply as the total market capitalisation of BSE-listed companies rose:
- Previous session: ₹467 lakh crore
- Current session: ₹469 lakh crore
- Wealth added in a day: ₹2 lakh crore
In just one session, investors saw a significant jump in overall market value.
That’s not small. That’s meaningful participation.
Main News: What Triggered the Rise in Sensex and Nifty?
The key trigger behind today’s Sensex and Nifty News came from global developments.
The U.S. Supreme Court struck down tariffs that were imposed under former President Donald Trump.
This development brought relief across global markets, including India.
Back home, the buying wasn’t random. It was focused.
Where the Buying Happened?
The domestic market saw stock-specific buying in:
- Banks
- Power stocks
- Pharma stocks
- FMCG counters
These sectors attracted attention amid expectations of steady demand and economic recovery.
At the same time, the IT space remained under pressure due to ongoing concerns around AI-related disruptions.
So, while the indices were positive, sector rotation was clearly visible.
Top Movers in Nifty 50: Gainers Steal the Show
Among the 50 Nifty constituents, 35 stocks finished the session with gains.
Top Gainers
- Adani Ports & SEZ – + 2.93%
- Kotak Mahindra Bank – + 2.22%
- HDFC Life Insurance Company – + 1.89%
Strong participation in financials played a key role in lifting the benchmark indices.
Top Losers in Nifty 50: IT and Metals Under Pressure
Not everything moved up.
A few heavyweight stocks closed lower:
- Hindalco Industries – - 2.08%
- Wipro – - 1.89%
- Infosys – - 1.90%
IT stocks continued to face pressure. Metal names also saw selling.
It was clearly a rotation day, not a broad-based rally.
Sectoral Indices: PSU Banks Lead, IT Drags
Most sectoral indices ended higher.
Sectoral Gainers
- Nifty PSU Bank: + 1.36%
- Nifty Financial Services: + 0.87%
- Nifty Auto: + 0.83%
- Nifty FMCG: + 0.70%
- Nifty Bank: + 0.15%
The buying in banking and financial stocks gave strong stability to the broader market.
Sectoral Losers
- Nifty IT: - 1.42%
- Nifty Metal: - 0.23%
- Nifty Realty: - 0.19%
The fall in IT limited a larger upside in headline indices.
Most Active Stocks by Volume on NSE
Volume tells its own story.
The most actively traded stocks today were:
- IDFC First Bank – 62 crore shares
- Vodafone Idea – 38.6 crore shares
- Tata Silver ETF – 27.1 crore shares
Heavy volume usually signals trader participation and short-term interest.
Advance-Decline Ratio: A Mixed Underlying Tone
Despite benchmark gains, internal breadth was slightly weaker.
On the BSE:
- Over 1,900 stocks advanced
- Nearly 2,400 stocks declined
This suggests that while headline indices were strong, broader participation was uneven.
It was not a runaway rally.
Sharp Movers: Stocks That Jumped Over 15%
Seven stocks surged more than 15% on the BSE, including:
- Morepen Laboratories
- City Pulse Multiventures
- Koura Fine Diamond Jewellery
- Kay Power and Paper
- Lykis
- Annvrridhhi Ventures
- Akme Fintrade (India)
On the flip side, stocks like:
- IDFC First Bank
- Technopack Polymers
- Tanvi Foods (India)
fell more than 15%.
This sharp divergence shows that stock-specific action remained intense.
52-Week Highs and Lows: Market at Extremes
Market volatility was evident in fresh highs and lows.
124 Stocks Hit 52-Week Highs
Among them:
- State Bank of India
- Larsen & Toubro
- NTPC
These counters showed sustained upward momentum.
238 Stocks Hit 52-Week Lows
Stocks like:
- Suzlon Energy
- Info Edge (India)
- Mankind Pharma
- L&T Technology Services
hit fresh 52-week lows in intraday trade.
This contrast highlights the split nature of the market right now.
Summary: Sensex and Nifty News Shows Selective Strength
Today’s Sensex and Nifty News reflects a market that is:
- Responding positively to global developments
- Showing strength in banks, financials, FMCG, and power
- Facing pressure in IT and metal stocks
- Witnessing sharp stock-specific movements
- Adding ₹2 lakh crore in market capitalisation in one session
The headline indices look stable.
But under the surface, rotation continues.
Investors are clearly choosing themes carefully rather than chasing everything.
As we move ahead, sector leadership and global cues may continue to guide the direction of the Sensex and Nifty.
For now, the message from the market is simple — selective strength, steady gains, and visible sector rotation define the day.
And that sums up today’s Sensex and Nifty News.
Source: Livemint
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