U.S. Stocks Largely Flat Amid Mixed Earnings, Market Jitters

U.S. stock markets showed little movement amid ongoing earnings reports, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average slightly up or down within a narrow range, the S&P 500 mostly flat, and the Nasdaq Composite fluctuating minimally. Tesla's upcoming earnings report is highly anticipated as it could set the tone for the tech sector and potentially influence the next phase of the market rally. Recent earnings from companies like Coca-Cola and Intuitive Surgical have boosted market confidence, pushing the Dow to near record highs, although Netflix's earnings miss caused a share drop. President Donald Trump expressed uncertainty regarding an upcoming meeting with Chinese President Xi Jinping, raising concerns about potential trade tensions that could impact sectors such as semiconductors. Despite some jitters, the majority of S&P 500 companies have surpassed earnings expectations, supporting hopes that strong corporate results, particularly from tech leaders, could drive further gains in U.S. equities. Treasury yields rose modestly, reflecting cautious investor sentiment amid these developments.