U.S. stock markets exhibited mixed results on Tuesday, with the Dow Jones leading gains, driven by robust earnings from industrial and capital goods companies.
Meanwhile, weaknesses in tech and microchip stocks pressured the Nasdaq into a slight decline. Michael Green, chief strategist at Simplify Asset Management, commented on the prevailing uncertainty among investors, noting a muted reaction to earnings surprises.
Major companies like General Motors and Coca-Cola reported better-than-expected results, contributing to a generally upbeat earnings season. However, with significant indexes near record highs, experts caution that strong earnings alone may not sustain investor interest.
General Motors' stock rose following an upgraded forecast, while Coca-Cola's shares increased due to str