India’s Nifty IT index continued its downward slide on February 24, 2026, falling 3.5% in intraday trade. The decline reflects persistent selling pressure in technology stocks amid global market volatility, weak earnings outlook, and cautious investor sentiment. Analysts warn of near-term challenges but remain optimistic about long-term digital demand.
The Nifty IT index extended losses today, dropping 3.5%, as technology counters faced heavy selling. The fall comes amid weak global cues, profit-booking, and concerns over slowing demand in the U.S. and European markets key revenue drivers for Indian IT firms.
Major IT stocks including Infosys, TCS, Wipro, and HCL Tech witnessed declines, pulling the sectoral index lower. Analysts attribute the weakness to margin pressures, currency fluctuations, and cautious client spending in overseas markets.
Despite near-term headwinds, experts believe the long-term outlook for Indian IT remains intact, driven by digital transformation, AI adoption, and cloud migration.
Key Highlights
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Index Movement: Nifty IT down 3.5% in intraday trade
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Sector Impact: Infosys, TCS, Wipro, HCL Tech among top losers
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Drivers: Weak global cues, margin pressures, cautious client spending
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Investor Sentiment: Profit-booking and risk-off positioning
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Outlook: Long-term demand for digital and AI services remains strong
Source: NSE India Market Watch, Financial Express, Reuters