Saturn Retrograde
SAT_RXLast updated 13 Feb 2026 by DaFinsTro Boss
Overview
Saturn Retrograde occurs when the planet Saturn appears to move backward in the sky from our perspective on Earth. This astronomical event typically lasts for about four and a half months each year and is associated with a period of review and restructuring.
Market Interpretation
In Vedic astrology, Saturn is the planet of discipline, structure, and obstacles, and its retrograde motion is often associated with delays and reevaluation of strategies. This can lead to cautious sentiment in financial markets, particularly in sectors requiring heavy regulation or long-term stability. In Western astrology, Saturn retrograde is seen as a time to reassess commitments and responsibilities, often causing uncertainty or hesitation in economic activities. For the Indian markets, this could translate into a more conservative approach by investors, especially in sectors heavily governed by policy and regulation.
Key Themes
Sector Impact
MixedSaturn's retrograde can result in regulatory challenges and cautious lending, impacting banks and financial institutions.
Delays in projects and funding issues may arise due to Saturn's influence on long-term planning and structures.
While the demand may remain stable, the sector could face operational delays due to Saturn's governing over labor and resources.
As Saturn retrograde encourages innovation within limitations, IT sectors may find opportunities in optimizing existing technologies.
The focus might shift to reviewing current methodologies, but underlying demand remains unaffected.
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Trading Notes
Traders should adopt a cautious approach, anticipating potential delays in policy implementations and project completions. Focus on sectors with strong fundamentals and those that can adapt to regulatory or structural changes efficiently.
Historical Performance
| Index | N | Wins | Win Rate | Avg Ret | Avg Win | Avg Loss | Sharpe | Sortino | PF | P-Value | Sig |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NIFTY 100 | 24 | 13 | 54.2% | 6.89% | +15.74% | -3.57% | 1.78 | 4.61 | 5.22 | 0.4194 | - |
| NIFTY 200 | 23 | 12 | 52.2% | 5.75% | +15.00% | -4.34% | 1.47 | 3.18 | 3.77 | 0.5000 | - |
| NIFTY 500 | 31 | 18 | 58.1% | 5.18% | +15.47% | -9.08% | 1.02 | 1.30 | 2.36 | 0.2366 | - |
| NIFTY AUTO | 23 | 13 | 56.5% | 8.16% | +19.67% | -6.80% | 1.49 | 3.14 | 3.76 | 0.3388 | - |
| NIFTY BANK | 27 | 18 | 66.7% | 9.10% | +16.72% | -6.15% | 1.92 | 3.89 | 5.44 | 0.0610 | - |
| NIFTY CAPITAL GOODS | 21 | 9 | 42.9% | 7.12% | +26.71% | -7.57% | 1.02 | 2.23 | 2.64 | 0.8083 | - |
| NIFTY CEMENT | 21 | 9 | 42.9% | 5.45% | +27.02% | -10.72% | 0.73 | 1.36 | 1.89 | 0.8083 | - |
| NIFTY CHEMICALS | 21 | 13 | 61.9% | 6.16% | +14.18% | -6.88% | 1.30 | 2.28 | 3.35 | 0.1917 | - |
| NIFTY COMMERCIAL & TRANSPORT SERVICES | 21 | 11 | 52.4% | 4.72% | +16.15% | -7.86% | 0.85 | 1.53 | 2.26 | 0.5000 | - |
| NIFTY CONSTRUCTION | 21 | 9 | 42.9% | 6.68% | +32.44% | -12.64% | 0.74 | 1.55 | 1.93 | 0.8083 | - |
| NIFTY CONSUMER DURABLES | 21 | 15 | 71.4% | 8.13% | +15.00% | -9.03% | 1.64 | 2.21 | 4.15 | 0.0392 | Yes |
| NIFTY CONSUMER SERVICES | 7 | 6 | 85.7% | 13.99% | +16.69% | -2.19% | 2.90 | 21.35 | 45.73 | - | - |
| NIFTY FINANCIAL SERVICES | 23 | 13 | 56.5% | 6.85% | +15.44% | -4.31% | 1.67 | 3.64 | 4.66 | 0.3388 | - |
| NIFTY FINANCIAL SERVICES 25-50 | 23 | 13 | 56.5% | 6.87% | +16.15% | -5.20% | 1.51 | 3.33 | 4.04 | 0.3388 | - |
| NIFTY FINANCIAL SERVICES EX-BANK | 21 | 15 | 71.4% | 8.51% | +15.08% | -7.91% | 1.76 | 2.93 | 4.77 | 0.0392 | Yes |
| NIFTY FMCG | 30 | 19 | 63.3% | 5.62% | +12.98% | -7.08% | 1.26 | 2.07 | 3.17 | 0.1002 | - |
| NIFTY HEALTHCARE | 21 | 18 | 85.7% | 6.56% | +9.28% | -9.75% | 1.82 | 1.87 | 5.71 | 0.0007 | Yes |
| NIFTY HOSPITALS | 6 | 5 | 83.3% | 9.64% | +13.92% | -11.75% | 2.27 | 2.70 | 5.93 | - | - |
| NIFTY HOUSING FINANCE | 9 | 4 | 44.4% | 1.52% | +15.38% | -9.57% | 0.25 | 0.34 | 1.29 | - | - |
| NIFTY INDIA FPI 150 | 5 | 3 | 60.0% | 0.72% | +4.08% | -4.33% | 0.16 | 0.17 | 1.41 | - | - |
| NIFTY INSURANCE | 7 | 6 | 85.7% | 5.66% | +7.87% | -7.59% | 2.07 | 2.36 | 6.22 | - | - |
| NIFTY IT | 30 | 17 | 56.7% | 10.62% | +24.79% | -7.90% | 1.23 | 3.20 | 4.10 | 0.2923 | - |
| NIFTY LARGEMIDCAP 250 | 21 | 12 | 57.1% | 6.38% | +15.25% | -5.45% | 1.43 | 2.91 | 3.73 | 0.3318 | - |
| NIFTY MEDIA | 21 | 11 | 52.4% | 4.33% | +19.38% | -12.22% | 0.67 | 0.91 | 1.74 | 0.5000 | - |
| NIFTY METAL | 23 | 13 | 56.5% | 7.48% | +24.29% | -14.37% | 0.94 | 1.54 | 2.20 | 0.3388 | - |
| NIFTY MICROCAP 250 | 21 | 13 | 61.9% | 8.66% | +20.79% | -11.05% | 1.26 | 2.20 | 3.06 | 0.1917 | - |
| NIFTY MIDCAP 100 | 24 | 13 | 54.2% | 8.00% | +18.98% | -4.97% | 1.65 | 3.72 | 4.51 | 0.4194 | - |
| NIFTY MIDCAP 150 | 21 | 11 | 52.4% | 7.18% | +18.85% | -5.65% | 1.39 | 2.88 | 3.67 | 0.5000 | - |
| NIFTY MIDCAP 50 | 23 | 12 | 52.2% | 6.05% | +19.54% | -8.67% | 1.05 | 1.93 | 2.46 | 0.5000 | - |
| NIFTY MIDCAP SELECT | 21 | 11 | 52.4% | 6.80% | +18.95% | -6.56% | 1.24 | 2.69 | 3.18 | 0.5000 | - |
| NIFTY MIDSMALL FINANCIAL SERVICES | 21 | 16 | 76.2% | 8.34% | +14.78% | -12.25% | 1.57 | 1.94 | 3.86 | 0.0133 | Yes |
| NIFTY MIDSMALL HEALTHCARE | 21 | 15 | 71.4% | 8.37% | +13.84% | -5.29% | 2.20 | 3.80 | 6.53 | 0.0392 | Yes |
| NIFTY MIDSMALL IT & TELECOM | 21 | 14 | 66.7% | 8.07% | +16.69% | -9.16% | 1.27 | 2.29 | 3.64 | 0.0946 | - |
| NIFTY MIDSMALLCAP 400 | 21 | 11 | 52.4% | 7.14% | +19.24% | -6.16% | 1.32 | 2.68 | 3.44 | 0.5000 | - |
| NIFTY MIDSMALLCAP400 50:50 | 21 | 11 | 52.4% | 7.16% | +19.71% | -6.64% | 1.27 | 2.58 | 3.26 | 0.5000 | - |
| NIFTY NBFC | 21 | 14 | 66.7% | 9.10% | +17.19% | -7.09% | 1.72 | 3.34 | 4.85 | 0.0946 | - |
| NIFTY NEXT 100 | 16 | 9 | 56.2% | 6.17% | +14.35% | -4.35% | 1.53 | 3.94 | 4.24 | 0.4018 | - |
| NIFTY NEXT 50 | 30 | 19 | 63.3% | 8.74% | +18.21% | -7.62% | 1.57 | 2.90 | 4.13 | 0.1002 | - |
| NIFTY OIL & GAS | 21 | 12 | 57.1% | 5.07% | +13.82% | -6.60% | 1.21 | 2.07 | 2.79 | 0.3318 | - |
| NIFTY PHARMA | 26 | 22 | 84.6% | 6.29% | +8.96% | -8.41% | 1.80 | 1.84 | 5.86 | 0.0003 | Yes |
| NIFTY POWER | 21 | 8 | 38.1% | 4.43% | +24.35% | -7.82% | 0.74 | 1.47 | 1.92 | 0.9054 | - |
| NIFTY PRIVATE BANK | 21 | 16 | 76.2% | 8.01% | +12.79% | -7.26% | 1.93 | 3.16 | 5.63 | 0.0133 | Yes |
| NIFTY PSU BANK | 23 | 13 | 56.5% | 6.59% | +21.05% | -12.20% | 0.94 | 1.53 | 2.24 | 0.3388 | - |
| NIFTY REALTY | 20 | 8 | 40.0% | 2.43% | +30.29% | -16.13% | 0.24 | 0.37 | 1.25 | 0.8684 | - |
| NIFTY REITS & REALTY | 6 | 3 | 50.0% | 4.92% | +11.62% | -1.79% | 1.56 | 7.47 | 6.50 | - | - |
| NIFTY RETAIL | 9 | 6 | 66.7% | 11.75% | +17.93% | -0.59% | 2.60 | 62.04 | 60.43 | - | - |
| NIFTY SMALLCAP 100 | 23 | 13 | 56.5% | 8.28% | +21.89% | -9.41% | 1.24 | 2.35 | 3.02 | 0.3388 | - |
| NIFTY SMALLCAP 250 | 21 | 11 | 52.4% | 7.21% | +21.08% | -8.06% | 1.16 | 2.26 | 2.88 | 0.5000 | - |
| NIFTY SMALLCAP 50 | 21 | 12 | 57.1% | 7.27% | +21.15% | -11.24% | 1.07 | 1.76 | 2.51 | 0.3318 | - |
| NIFTY SMALLCAP 500 | 21 | 12 | 57.1% | 7.70% | +20.21% | -8.98% | 1.19 | 2.19 | 3.00 | 0.3318 | - |
| NIFTY TELECOMMUNICATIONS | 21 | 14 | 66.7% | 4.87% | +14.97% | -15.33% | 0.83 | 0.92 | 1.95 | 0.0946 | - |
| NIFTY TOTAL MARKET | 21 | 12 | 57.1% | 5.90% | +14.15% | -5.09% | 1.43 | 2.92 | 3.70 | 0.3318 | - |
| NIFTY50 | 36 | 21 | 58.3% | 7.07% | +16.97% | -6.80% | 1.40 | 2.24 | 3.49 | 0.2025 | - |
| NIFTY500 HEALTHCARE | 21 | 18 | 85.7% | 6.84% | +9.31% | -8.00% | 1.96 | 2.32 | 6.99 | 0.0007 | Yes |
| NIFTY500 LARGEMIDSMALL EQUAL-CAP WEIGHTED | 21 | 11 | 52.4% | 6.68% | +17.64% | -5.37% | 1.35 | 2.88 | 3.61 | 0.5000 | - |
| NIFTY500 MULTICAP 50:25:25 | 21 | 12 | 57.1% | 6.41% | +15.40% | -5.58% | 1.38 | 2.81 | 3.68 | 0.3318 | - |
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