Stock market today, Feb. 13 -- The Indian stock market is expected to open on a mildly negative note, tracking continued weakness in global equities after a sharp sell-off in technology stocks. Growing concerns over AI-led disruption and fading optimism around near-term global rate cuts-following strong U.S. jobs data-are likely to weigh on sentiment. Nearly Rs.2.80 lakh crore in market capitalisation was erased in the previous session, signalling that traders preferred to lock in gains rather than chase valuations at elevated levels.

However, this does not indicate structural damage; rather, it reflects controlled profit booking after a strong rally. FII flows remain supportive in the broader context, while steady DII participation cont...