DMCC Speciality Chemicals Ltd experienced a challenging week, closing at Rs.244.60 on 20 Feb 2026, down 0.89% from the previous Friday’s close of Rs.246.80. This underperformance contrasted with the Sensex’s modest gain of 0.39% over the same period, reflecting bearish technical momentum and a significant downgrade by MarketsMOJO amid concerns over growth prospects and weakening price action.

Maha Rashtra Apex Corporation Ltd experienced a modest decline of 0.27% over the week ending 20 February 2026, closing at Rs.92.78 compared to Rs.93.03 at the start. This performance contrasted with the broader Sensex, which gained 0.39% during the same period, highlighting the stock’s underperformance amid mixed fundamental signals and a recent downgrade to a strong sell rating.

TCPL Packaging Ltd’s shares declined by 1.87% over the week ending 20 February 2026, closing at ₹2,827.70 compared to ₹2,881.70 the previous Friday. This underperformance contrasted with the Sensex’s 0.39% gain during the same period, reflecting a challenging week marked by technical momentum shifts, valuation concerns, and mixed financial signals that weighed on investor sentiment.

Wipro Ltd’s stock declined by 1.94% over the week ending 20 February 2026, closing at Rs.209.95 compared to Rs.214.10 the previous Friday. This underperformance contrasted with the Sensex’s modest 0.39% gain during the same period, reflecting a challenging week marked by bearish technical signals, elevated trading activity, and a fresh 52-week low. Despite intermittent intraday rallies, the stock remained under pressure amid deteriorating fundamentals and cautious market sentiment.

Calcom Vision Ltd experienced a challenging week on the bourses, with its stock price declining by 9.82% from ₹94.15 to ₹84.90, sharply underperforming the Sensex, which gained 0.39% over the same period. The week was marked by a significant downgrade to a Sell rating amid deteriorating financials and technical indicators, alongside shifting valuation metrics that reflected changing market sentiment.

Raj Rayon Industries Ltd delivered a volatile yet overall positive week, gaining 4.09% from Rs.22.48 to Rs.23.40, significantly outperforming the Sensex’s modest 0.39% rise. The stock experienced sharp swings, hitting an upper circuit on 16 Feb before succumbing to three consecutive lower circuit hits amid heavy selling pressure. This week’s price action reflects a tug-of-war between speculative buying and panic selling, set against a backdrop of cautious fundamental sentiment and micro-cap liquidity constraints.

Salona Cotspin Ltd experienced a challenging week, closing at Rs.251.95 on 20 Feb 2026, down 1.18% from the previous Friday’s close of Rs.254.95. This underperformance contrasted with the Sensex’s 0.39% gain over the same period, reflecting mixed investor sentiment amid significant valuation shifts and a bearish technical development known as the Death Cross. The stock’s price fluctuated notably during the week, influenced by valuation reassessments and technical signals that suggest caution for investors.

Brooks Laboratories Ltd experienced a challenging week, closing at Rs.74.35 on 20 February 2026, down 2.03% from the previous Friday’s close of Rs.75.89. This decline contrasted with the Sensex’s modest 0.39% gain over the same period, reflecting mixed investor sentiment amid shifting valuation assessments and evolving financial trends. The stock’s performance was marked by volatility, with a notable intraday gain on 19 February followed by declines on other days, underscoring ongoing uncertainty in the pharmaceutical micro-cap’s outlook.

Modi Naturals Ltd experienced a challenging week on the bourses, with its share price declining by 6.70% from Rs.359.75 to Rs.335.65 between 16 and 20 February 2026. This underperformance contrasted sharply with the Sensex’s modest gain of 0.39% over the same period, reflecting investor caution amid a downgrade to a Sell rating and concerns over margin pressures despite strong profit growth reported in the quarterly results.

Blue Star Ltd. closed the week down 1.41% at ₹1,968.25, underperforming the Sensex which gained 0.39% over the same period. The stock experienced notable volatility amid a downgrade to Hold by MarketsMOJO, mixed technical momentum shifts, and valuation concerns. Despite strong long-term fundamentals, recent flat quarterly results and cautious technical signals tempered investor enthusiasm, resulting in a week marked by consolidation and moderate price fluctuations.

Magnus Steel & Infra Ltd delivered a strong weekly performance, gaining 10.34% from Rs.50.85 to Rs.56.11 between 16 and 20 February 2026, significantly outperforming the Sensex’s modest 0.39% rise. The stock set multiple new 52-week and all-time highs throughout the week, supported by robust financial results, sustained technical momentum, and positive market sentiment within the Other Electrical Equipment sector.

Shah Alloys Ltd experienced a challenging week from 16 to 20 February 2026, with its stock price declining by 2.42% to close at Rs.64.50, underperforming the Sensex which gained 0.39% over the same period. Despite a stabilised quarterly performance marked by record margin expansion and profitability, the company’s steep revenue contraction and volatile daily price movements reflected investor caution amid mixed signals.

NCC Ltd’s shares declined by 1.88% over the week ending 20 Feb 2026, closing at Rs.149.00 from Rs.151.85, underperforming the Sensex which gained 0.39% during the same period. The stock faced significant volatility amid mixed technical signals, a fresh 52-week low, and heavy trading volumes, reflecting investor caution amid deteriorating fundamentals and sector headwinds.

SecureKloud Technologies Ltd experienced a challenging week from 16 to 20 February 2026, with its share price declining by 3.45% to close at Rs.22.09, underperforming the Sensex which gained 0.39% over the same period. The stock faced persistent selling pressure amid a downgrade to Strong Sell, bearish technical signals including a Death Cross formation, and a volatile rebound capped by an upper circuit hit on the final trading day.

Premier Ltd experienced a turbulent week from 16 to 20 February 2026, closing down 2.22% at Rs.3.08 despite a strong Sensex gain of 0.39%. The stock’s price action was marked by sharp swings, hitting both upper and lower circuit limits amid heavy buying and selling pressures. This volatility unfolded against a backdrop of a deteriorating Mojo Score and a Strong Sell rating, underscoring the challenges faced by this micro-cap industrial manufacturing company.

Carborundum Universal Ltd recorded a modest gain of 2.06% over the week ending 20 February 2026, outperforming the Sensex which rose 0.39% in the same period. The stock showed resilience amid mixed technical signals and cautious investor sentiment, supported by a technical upgrade and signs of stabilisation despite ongoing financial challenges.

BSEL ALGO Ltd delivered a volatile yet positive week, closing at Rs.5.91 on 20 February 2026, marking a 9.24% gain from the previous Friday’s close of Rs.5.41. This performance notably outpaced the Sensex, which rose a modest 0.39% over the same period. The week was characterised by sharp intraday swings, a significant quality grade downgrade, a strong sell rating from MarketsMOJO, and a marked shift to a very expensive valuation, all contributing to a complex market narrative.

Shivagrico Implements Ltd experienced a turbulent week, closing at Rs.24.72 on 20 Feb 2026, down 7.31% from the previous Friday’s close of Rs.26.67. This contrasted with the Sensex’s modest gain of 0.39% over the same period, highlighting the stock’s underperformance amid valuation shifts and a fresh 52-week low. Key events including a sharp valuation re-rating and a significant price decline to Rs.20.01 shaped investor sentiment throughout the week.

Hindalco Industries Ltd closed the week ending 20 February 2026 with a 2.99% gain, outperforming the Sensex’s modest 0.39% rise. The stock demonstrated resilience amid mixed sectoral pressures and technical signals, supported by renewed valuation appeal, active trading volumes, and a strong intraday surge on the final trading day. This review analyses the key events shaping Hindalco’s price action and market sentiment over the week.