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India markets decline amid valuation concerns; selective buying observed

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0.85
714.48 points
0.85
83,020
falling
222 points
25,597
from market capitalization
₹3 lakh crore

Indian equities faced a significant downturn on Thursday, with the BSE Sensex dropping 714.48 points (0.85%) to 83,020 and the NSE Nifty falling 222 points to 25,597. This decline erased over ₹3 lakh crore from market capitalization, prompting institutions to selectively buy fundamentally strong stocks amid broader market caution.

The widening valuation gap between large-cap and mid/small-cap stocks is driving this selective approach, indicating a cautious yet confident outlook from institutional investors.

Not investment advice. For informational purposes only.

OI Charts is not a SEBI-registered investment adviser or research analyst. This bulletin was written by the OI Charts desk from the public sources listed here. It is commentary on market conditions, not a basis for any investment decision and not a recommendation to buy or sell any security. Prices as of 19 Feb 2026, 16:08 IST.

Sourcesnews.google.com

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