Dow Jones Today | Nasdaq | S&P 500 | US Stock Market Highlights: US equities ended higher on Monday, with the S&P 500 supported by continued AI-driven momentum, especially in semiconductor stocks. The rally persisted despite rising crude oil prices, which reignited inflation concerns amid stalled U.S.-Iran peace talks. Earnings season showed strong results, with most companies beating estimates, but focus is shifting toward upcoming US inflation data, retail sales, and broader macroeconomic signals as investors assess sustainability of the rally.
No runaway rally likely; markets to trade in broad range: Sameer Dalal
Equity markets face near-term unevenness due to global optimism tempered by domestic uncertainties like elevated crude prices and monsoon risks. Sameer Dalal of Natverlal &