Stock market today, Feb. 19 -- Benchmark indices Nifty 50 and Sensex traded lower on Thursday, with several broad sectoral indices turning red after a weak positive opening due to profit booking. The Nifty 50 fell by 0.67% to 25,647 . 70, while the Sensex also decreased by 0.69% to 83,131.71 as of 12:08 IST.

The market breadth showed a mixed yet negative bias, as most sectoral indices traded in the red. Sectors such as banking, financials, metals, FMCG, and realty contributed to the downward sentiment, while there was selective strength in IT, pharma, healthcare, and midcap segments providing some support. The overall market tone remained cautious, characterized by rotational, stock-specific participation.

Both the Nifty and Sensex had ...