Stock market today, Feb. 25 -- The domestic benchmark indices, Nifty 50 and Sensex, faced downward pressure, with both index values continuing to decline due to cautious sentiments from investors in light of a difficult global economic landscape.

In early trade, the Sensex gained 117.57 points to reach 74,571.98, while the Nifty 50 rose by 31.3 points to 22,584.65. Analysts noted that the domestic market's decline corresponds with the global risk-averse mood, as worries about economic slowdown, escalating inflation, and geopolitical tensions persistently undermine investor confidence. The possible reinstatement of "Trump Tariffs" in March and April introduces further uncertainty.

Dr. V K Vijayakumar, Chief Investment Strategist at Geoji...