Indian Stock Market Crash: The Worst Intraday Performance of 2025; IT Stocks Take the Brunt – 10 Key Highlights of the Stock Market Today
Introduction
The Indian stock market has experienced a sharp decline, with both the Nifty 50 and the Sensex suffering their worst intraday performance of 2025. The sell-off was seen across sectors, with IT stocks being the hardest hit. In this article, we will be highlighting the 10 key highlights of the stock market today, shedding light on the reasons behind the sudden downturn and the impact it may have on investors.
Nifty 50, Sensex Suffer Their Worst Intraday Performance of 2025
The Nifty 50, which is a bellwether index of the Indian stock market, ended the session with a 1.85% decline, closing at 22,128 points. This is its biggest single-day fall of 2025. The Sensex, which is another benchmark index, recorded a 1.90% decline, tumbling to 73,198 points. Both indices have wrapped up February with a nearly 6% decline and closed in the red for the fifth consecutive month.
Stock Market Today: 10 Key Highlights
1. Sell-Off Across All Sectors
The broader market has witnessed intense selling pressure, with all 13 major sectoral indices ending the session in negative territory.
2. Nifty 50: Worst Intraday Performance of 2025
The Nifty 50 has recorded its worst intraday performance of 2025, erasing significant market value.
3. Sensex: Worst Intraday Performance of 2025
The Sensex has also seen its worst intraday performance of 2025, plummeting 1.90%.
4. IT Stocks Take the Brunt
The IT sector has been disproportionately impacted, with many stocks recording significant declines. Infosys, Airtel, ICICI Bank, TCS, and Mahindra & Mahindra have collectively contributed 47% to the Nifty 50’s 420-point fall.
5. Mid, Small-Cap Indices Tumble
Both mid-cap and small-cap indices have witnessed heavy selling pressure, with the Nifty Midcap 100 and Nifty Smallcap 100 declining 2.5% and 2.50%, respectively.
6. 148 Nifty 500 Stocks Hit Fresh 1-Year Lows
According to Trendlyne data, 148 constituents of the Nifty 500 index have tumbled to fresh 1-year lows.
7. 20 Stocks End with Cuts Between 10-20%
A total of 20 stocks have ended the session with sharp declines ranging between 10% and 20%.
8. High Activity: Vodafone Idea and YES Bank See Massive Share Turnover
Vodafone Idea and YES Bank have seen massive share turnover, with 525 shares and 147.3 million shares, respectively, being exchanged hands.
9. 318 Stocks Locked in Lower Circuit Limits
According to NSE data, 318 stocks have touched their respective lower circuit limits, ranging from 5% to 10%.
10. Market Crash Wipes out Nearly ₹9 Lakh Crore in Wealth
Investors have lost nearly ₹9 lakh crore in today’s session, bringing the total wealth erosion for the week to ₹20 lakh crore. This signals deepening pain in the market.
Conclusion
The sharp decline in the Indian stock market has sent shockwaves across the globe, with IT stocks being the hardest hit. The sell-off was seen across all sectors, with many stocks recording significant declines. The market crash has wiped out nearly ₹9 lakh crore in wealth, highlighting the need for investors to exercise caution. As the situation continues to unfold, it is essential for investors to stay informed and adapt to the changing market conditions.
Disclaimer
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