Intraday Performance and Price Movement
On 12 Feb 2026, TCS's share price declined by 3.71%, closing near its intraday low of Rs 2807.4, which represents a 3.51% drop from the previous close. This intraday low also established a new 52-week low for the stock, underscoring the downward momentum. The stock's volatility was pronounced, with an intraday volatility of 44.9% calculated from the weighted average price, indicating significant price fluctuations throughout the trading session.
The stock has now recorded losses for two consecutive trading days, cumulatively falling 5.84% over this period. This recent weakness contrasts sharply with the broader market's performance, as the Sensex declined by only 0.47% today, highlighting TCS's relative underperformance.
Comparison with Sector and Market Benchmarks
TCS underperformed the Computers - Software & Consulting sector by 2.09% today, reflecting sector-specific pressures that have weighed on the stock. The broader Sensex index, while negative, remains resilient, trading at 83,839.46 points, approximately 2.77% below its 52-week high of 86,159.02. Notably, the Sensex has been on a three-week consecutive rise, gaining 2.82% during this period, which contrasts with TCS's weakening trend.
Despite the Sensex trading below its 50-day moving average, the 50DMA remains above the 200DMA, signalling a mixed technical backdrop for the market. In contrast, TCS is trading below all key moving averages — 5-day, 20-day, 50-day, 100-day, and 200-day — indicating sustained downward pressure on the stock's price momentum.
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Recent Performance Trends
The stock's recent performance has been subdued across multiple time frames. Over the past week, TCS has declined by 6.37%, while the Sensex gained 0.63%. The one-month return for TCS stands at -13.42%, significantly underperforming the Sensex's marginal decline of 0.05%. Over three months, the stock has fallen 10.54% compared to the Sensex's 0.75% loss.
Longer-term trends also reflect challenges for TCS. The one-year return is down 29.08%, contrasting with the Sensex's 10.06% gain. Year-to-date, TCS has declined 12.61%, while the Sensex is down 1.62%. Over three and five years, TCS has posted negative returns of 20.76% and 12.22% respectively, whereas the Sensex has delivered robust gains of 38.16% and 62.65%. Even over a decade, TCS's 151.64% gain trails the Sensex's 264.73% advance.
Dividend Yield and Market Capitalisation
Despite the price weakness, TCS offers a relatively high dividend yield of 3.75% at the current price level, which may provide some income cushion for shareholders. The company holds a Market Cap Grade of 1, reflecting its large market capitalisation within the Computers - Software & Consulting sector.
On 22 Apr 2025, TCS's Mojo Grade was upgraded from Sell to Hold, with a current Mojo Score of 51.0. This rating indicates a neutral stance based on the company's financial and market metrics as assessed by MarketsMOJO.
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Market Sentiment and Immediate Pressures
The broader market environment today was characterised by cautious sentiment, with the Sensex opening 265.21 points lower and maintaining a negative stance throughout the session. Although the index remains close to its 52-week high, the downward pressure on TCS suggests sector-specific or stock-specific factors influencing investor behaviour.
The stock's trading below all major moving averages signals a bearish technical setup, which may have contributed to the selling pressure. The high intraday volatility further reflects uncertainty among market participants regarding the stock's near-term direction.
In comparison to the Sensex's modest decline of 0.47%, TCS's sharper fall of 3.71% indicates that the stock is facing more pronounced headwinds. This divergence highlights the stock's relative weakness within the broader market context.
Summary of Key Metrics
TCS's day low of Rs 2807.4 represents a significant technical milestone as a new 52-week low. The stock's underperformance relative to the sector and Sensex, combined with its position below all key moving averages and elevated volatility, underscores the immediate price pressures it faces. The dividend yield of 3.75% remains a notable feature amid the price decline, while the Mojo Grade of Hold reflects a neutral assessment of the stock's current standing.
Overall, the stock's performance today reflects a continuation of recent downward trends amid a cautious market environment, with technical indicators pointing to sustained pressure on the share price.
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