However, despite recovery from lows, the Nifty IT index underperformed the market by falling 22 per cent, as against a 7.2 per cent decline in the Nifty 50 thus far in CY2026.
India's top 100 brands posted a combined value of $252.8 billion in 2026, up 7 per cent year-on-year, with Tata Group retaining the top spot for the 10th straight year
At 12:44 PM on Monday, the Nifty IT index was the top gainer among sectoral indices, up 4.24 per cent, as compared to 0.01 per cent rise in the Nifty 50.
In the past four trading days, IT index outperformed the market by soaring 9 per cent, as against a 2 per cent gain in the Nifty 50.
Analysts expect weak constant-currency growth as AI-led pricing pressure, cautious client spending and geopolitical uncertainty weigh on demand despite currency gains
The Nifty IT currently quotes around 20 per cent below its 200-DMA. TCS, Infosys, Wipro and HCL Technologies are down in the range of 21-26 per cent form respective 200-DMAs.
In the past 20 trading days, the Nifty IT index tanked 17 per cent, as against a 2.2 per cent rise in the Nifty 50 till Wednesday.
Analysts expect another subdued quarter for IT services companies as macroeconomic uncertainty, delayed deal conversions and AI-led pricing pressures weigh on growth and margins
As per data, the Nifty IT Index has corrected nearly 42 per cent from its all-time high of 46,089, recorded in December 2024, and is now trading close to its April 2023 lows.
The telecom major added ₹7.64 trn in value over 5 years, while TCS, Infosys and Wipro together lost ₹8.5 trn, according to the Burgundy Private Hurun India 500 report
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Private banking and select IT stocks led market pullback on Wednesday as lower oil prices, and hopes of India-US trade deal lifted sentiment.
Stocks to Watch today: IRFC, Yes Bank, Ola Electric, Bajaj Auto, Infosys, Tech Mahindra, City Union Bank, Rajesh Exports, PFC, Honasa Consumer are among other stocks that will be in focus today.
Nandan Nilekani says Infosys' role in the AI era is helping enterprises bridge the gap between AI investments and real business outcomes
Nilekani said Infosys is more relevant than ever before and is well-positioned for the decade ahead as artificial intelligence reshapes industries and businesses
In the past three weeks, the Nifty IT index tanked 13 per cent, as against 2 per cent rise in the Nifty 50.
Indian IT stocks fell on Friday as Accenture narrowed its annual revenue growth forecast and issued weaker-than-expected fourth-quarter guidance, despite steady quarterly earnings.
Stocks to Watch today, June 19, 2026: Bharat Forge, Tata Motors, Jubilant Pharmova, Amber Enterprises and Mahindra Lifespace Developers are among the top stocks to remain in focus today
Fed decision, weak US cues: At 10:18 AM on Thursday, the Nifty IT index was the top sectoral loser, down 1 per cent, as against a 0.10 per cent rise in the Nifty 50.
Sensex Today | Stock Market Highlights, Wednesday: In the broader markets, the Nifty MidCap and the Nifty SmallCap ended 0.52 per cent and 0.79 per cent higher, respectively