Stock Market in Freefall: Sensex Drops for 6th Day – 5 Reasons Why

The Indian stock market faced another sharp decline on Wednesday, February 12, with the Sensex dropping over 800 points in morning trade. This marks the sixth consecutive session of losses, driven by mixed global market trends and investor concerns.

Sensex and Nifty See Sharp Fall

The 30-share Sensex index crashed over 850 points from its previous close, hitting 75,431, while the Nifty 50 slipped to 22,815. The negative momentum continued across broader market segments, with mid-cap and small-cap stocks facing even bigger losses.

The BSE Midcap and Smallcap indices dropped by up to 3%, signaling investor caution amid ongoing market volatility. These segments, which had seen a strong rally in previous months, have been under pressure due to profit booking and concerns over high valuations.

Investors Lose ₹8 Lakh Crore in a Day

The total market capitalisation of companies listed on the BSE fell to ₹400.5 lakh crore, down from ₹408.5 lakh crore in the previous session. This massive drop indicates that investors lost nearly ₹8 lakh crore in a single trading day.

The market downturn comes as global equities remain mixed, with investors reacting to economic data and interest rate expectations. Uncertainty over inflation trends, US Federal Reserve policies, and geopolitical risks have contributed to weak investor sentiment.

Experts suggest that the Indian market may remain volatile in the near term, with sector-specific movements and global developments playing a key role in future trends.