U.S. Stocks Trade Mixed Amidst Trump’s Criticism & Geopolitical Tensions

U.S. stock markets experienced a mixed start to Thursday, April 17th as traders navigated volatile conditions fueled by trade talks, economic data, and geopolitical developments. While some sectors like tech performed slightly better, the overall market sentiment remained cautious. The Dow Jones Industrial Average took a hit, losing nearly 500 points on news of UnitedHealth’s decline, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite saw modest gains. Notably, TSMC’s strong first-quarter earnings performance boosted the latter. However, both indices faced downward pressure as investors continued to be wary about inflation.