Global Market Futures (as of 06:35 AM IST)
US Market (Futures)
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Nasdaq: -0.18%
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Dow Jones: -0.06%
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S&P 500: -0.09%
European (Futures)
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Ftse 100: -0.02%
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Cac 40: +0.84%
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Dax : +0.10%
Asian (Live Markets)
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NIKKEI 225: +0.95%
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ASX 200: +0.42%
Gift Nifty: 25764.50 (-0.02%)
Note: South Korea, China, Hong Kong, Singapore & Brazil Markets are observing a Trading Holiday today.
FII and DII Trading Activity February 17, 2026 in Cash market:
FIIs / FPIs: Net Buy of ₹995.21 crores
DIIs: Net Buy of ₹187.04 crores
Commodity Market Updates:
International commodity markets showed broad-based weakness, continuing the global downtrend seen yesterday. Gold is trading around $4,891/oz, down roughly 0.3%, while XAU/USD sits near $4,874, with modest selling pressure. Silver is weaker at about $72.47/oz, off more than 1.4%, and Copper is essentially flat around $5.6750/lb. In energy, Crude Oil WTI is near $62.14/barrel, slightly lower, and Brent has fallen further to about $67.36, down nearly 1.9%, reflecting continued demand concerns. Natural Gas is softer at around $3.03/MMBtu. The overall tone remains cautious with yesterday’s declines extending as traders weigh global economic data and supply outlooks.
Key Corporate Updates:
Positive:
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BHEL: Receives Letter of Acceptance from SAIL for an order valued between INR 12-15 billion, strengthening its order book and reinforcing its position in the domestic industrial and power equipment segment.
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Dilip Buildcon Ltd: Declared L-1 bidder for two infrastructure projects worth INR 7.02 billion and INR 6.68 billion respectively, enhancing revenue visibility and supporting its execution pipeline.
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Trishakti Industries Ltd: Secures a work order worth INR 4.2 million, reflecting continued traction in small-cap infrastructure assignments.
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BCPL Railway Infrastructure: Emerges as lowest bidder for projects worth INR 29 million and INR 47.3 million, improving near-term order inflows.
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Swelect Energy Systems Ltd: Approves joint venture with FortifyGrid LLC to focus on solar Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) development and installation, expanding its footprint in high-growth renewable storage solutions.
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Adani Green Energy Ltd: Incorporates Skyspin Energy Limited to strengthen its renewable portfolio and expand operational capacity in clean energy assets.
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Asian Granito India Ltd: NCLT approves scheme of arrangement between Asian Granito and Adicon Ceramics, facilitating corporate restructuring and potential operational synergies.
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Infosys: Unveils its AI First Value Framework aimed at accelerating enterprise AI adoption and delivering measurable business value to clients globally.
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Eternal Limited: Announces strategic collaboration with OpenAI to advance AI capabilities across its businesses, signaling deeper integration of AI-led innovation in operations and customer engagement.
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Gem Enviro Management Ltd: Approves joint venture with Rudrabhishek Infosystem to expand operational capabilities and enhance service offerings.
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EP Biocomposites Ltd: Enters agreement with Indian Institute of Science to collaborate on advanced research and technology development, strengthening its innovation pipeline.
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Bharti Airtel: Subsidiary Airtel Money receives RBI certificate as Type II Non-Deposit NBFC, enabling expansion into financial services and diversified revenue streams.
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Dabur: Appoints Herjit S. Bhalla as CEO – India Business and redesignates Mohit Malhotra as Global CEO, aligning leadership structure for domestic growth and global expansion.
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Competition Commission of India: Approves acquisition of Axis Securities’ PMS business by Axis Asset Management and merger of Hinduja Leyland Finance with NDL Ventures, supporting sector consolidation.
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Fitch Ratings: Affirms Power Finance Corporation and REC Ltd at ‘BBB-’ with Stable outlook amid merger plans, indicating maintained credit strength.
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Healthcare Global Enterprises Ltd: Approves equity share issuance via rights issue aggregating INR 4.25 billion to strengthen balance sheet and fund expansion plans.
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BEL: India’s Bharat Electronics and France’s Safran to jointly produce HAMMER missiles in India, boosting defense manufacturing collaboration.
Negative:
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Bosch Ltd: CFO Karin Gilges resigns and Tillmann Olsen appointed as new CFO, marking a key leadership transition at the finance helm.
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Indokem Ltd: Terminates partnership with RDX Digital Technologies, though clarifies there is no major financial or operational impact.
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Grinch Tanker Owning Company (France): French court condemns the owning company to pay an unspecified amount, with the Foreign Minister stating several million euros have been paid, indicating regulatory and legal pressures.
Neutral / Others
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Adani Enterprises Ltd: Adani Road Transport acquires shareholding in Sree Vishwa Varadhi Pvt Ltd, further consolidating its road infrastructure portfolio.
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Info Edge (India) Ltd: To invest INR 300 million in SIHL, reflecting continued strategic capital allocation into growth-oriented ventures.
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Aye Finance: Lightrock Partially realizes investment in the company following its listing while reaffirming long-term commitment, reflecting portfolio value unlocking.
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Jio Financial: Invests INR 100 million in Jio Alternative Investment platform, reflecting continued capital deployment within its financial services ecosystem.
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Regency Fincorp Ltd: Announces issuance of debentures worth INR 750 million to raise capital for business requirements.
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Cosyn Ltd: Board to consider proposal for fund raising, details yet to be disclosed.
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Mega Nirman & Industries: To consider raising of funds, indicating potential capital restructuring or expansion financing.
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Blue Cloud Softech Solutions Ltd: Board to consider 100% equity acquisition of a company via share swap arrangement.
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Visagar Polytex Ltd: Board to discuss proposal for corporate reorganization.
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Nitin Fire Protection Industries Ltd: Appoints Bharat Shah as CFO effective February 17, 2026, strengthening financial leadership.
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Yash Trading and Finance Ltd: Appoints Alakh Vasantbhai Mangroliya as CFO to oversee financial operations.
Non-Corporate, Unlisted & Foreign / Macro
1) Government of India / RBI: To conduct conversion/switch of government securities worth INR 250 billion on February 23, aimed at active debt management and maturity profile optimization.
2) India 10-Year Benchmark Bond: Yield ends modestly lower at 6.66% versus previous close of 6.6642%, indicating stable fixed income sentiment.
3) Indian Rupee: Closes at 90.68 per USD compared to 90.65 previous close, largely stable amid global currency movements.
4) India – France: Agreement signed for Double Tax Avoidance, strengthening bilateral economic cooperation.
5) RBI: Releases draft directions on foreign exchange dealings of authorised persons, seeking to streamline and update regulatory framework.
6) Airbus-Tata Joint Venture: Unveil first H125 helicopter assembly line in India, marking a milestone in domestic aerospace manufacturing.
7) France Maritime Update: Authorities allow Grinch tanker to leave French territorial waters following regulatory proceedings.
8) Zoomcar: Reports highest-ever contribution profit and ninth consecutive profitable quarter; adjusted EBITDA loss improves 74% YoY and net loss narrows YoY, reflecting improving operating metrics despite continued bottom-line loss.
Bulk Deals:
Stylam Industries
Aica Kogyo acquired an additional 17.1% stake (29.01 lakh shares) in Stylam Industries for Rs 652.94 crore at Rs 2,250 per share, taking its total holding to 27.1%. Promoters Manav, Pushpa, and Dipti Gupta sold shares.
Nirlon
Brookfield-backed BSREP IV FPI Two Holdings increased its stake in Nirlon by 1.7% (15.33 lakh shares) for Rs 79.71 crore, while ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund sold a 1.55% stake worth Rs 72.86 crore.
Arvind SmartSpaces
Promoter entity Aura Securities acquired a 4% stake in Arvind SmartSpaces for Rs 100 crore, while Samkeet Enterprises bought 0.79%. Meanwhile, HDFC Capital Affordable Real Estate Fund-1 sold a 5.01% stake worth Rs 125.35 crore.
Easy Trip Planners
Arthkumbh Ventures LLP acquired a 1.08% stake (3.92 crore shares) in Easy Trip Planners at Rs 9.41 per share, with the transaction valued at Rs 36.97 crore.
MIC Electronics
Promoter entity R R K Enterprise sold 20 lakh shares (0.82% stake) in MIC Electronics at Rs 42 per share, raising Rs 8.4 crore through the transaction.
Yatra Online
Promoter entity THCL Travel Holding Cyprus offloaded a 1.8% stake (28.33 lakh shares) in Yatra Online at Rs 158.05 per share, with the deal valued at Rs 44.77 crore.
On-going IPO:
Last Date 18-Feb
Fractal Industries Ltd (BSE SME)
Last Date 04-Mar
IIFL Finance Ltd (Debt)
Upcoming IPO:
(20-Feb to 24-Feb)
Manilam Industries India Ltd
(24-Feb to 26-Feb)
PNGS Reva Diamond Jewellery Ltd
Securities Trading Ex-Dividend on February 18, 2026
Coal India Ltd, Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Ltd, Oil India Ltd, IRB Infrastructure Developers Ltd, Bharat Forge Ltd, Ashiana Housing Ltd, AVT Natural Products Ltd, Bhansali Engineering Polymers Ltd, Bhaskar Agrochemicals Ltd, Bliss GVS Pharma Ltd, Brisk Technovision Ltd, CMS Info Systems Ltd, Goodluck India Ltd, G R Infraprojects Ltd , Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd, Honda India Power Products Ltd, Indraprastha Gas Ltd, MSTC Ltd, Natco Pharma Ltd, Precision Wires India Ltd, Premco Global Ltd, Torrent Pharmaceuticals Ltd, The United Nilgiri Tea Estates Company Ltd
Securities Trading Ex-Bonus on February 18, 2026
Bazel International Ltd (1:1)
Securities Trading Ex-Rights Issue on February 18, 2026
Onix Solar Energy Ltd, Sadhana Nitro Chem Ltd, Sical Logistics Ltd
Securities Trading Ex-Income Distribution on February 18, 2026
Oriental Infra Trust (InvIT)
Securities Under F&O Ban on February 18, 2026
SAMMAANCAP, SAIL
Sources: WOWNEWS24X7, Moneycontrol, Investing.com
