U.S. markets closed mixed as the Nasdaq declined on chip stock weakness driven by concerns over heavy AI spending, while the Dow rose and the S&P 500 was nearly flat. Falling oil prices offered support, though geopolitical tensions and tariff developments kept investor sentiment cautious ahead of major tech earnings.
US stocks today: Nasdaq lags on angst over AI spending ahead of earnings reports
U.S. markets closed mixed as the Nasdaq declined on chip stock weakness driven by concerns over heavy AI spending, while the Dow rose and the