S&P 500 and Nasdaq Fall at Open Over AI Concerns
Major US markets opened mixed on Tuesday after a multi-day holiday, reflecting a cautious and watchful atmosphere among investors. While the Dow Jones Industrial Average managed a slight gain, the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite both suffered notable declines, highlighting the uncertainty gripping global financial markets. This mixed performance comes amid a complex mix of technological concerns related to rapid advancements in artificial intelligence and geopolitical risks stemming from the tensions surrounding nuclear talks between the United States and Iran. These two factors have created a volatile investment environment, prompting investors to reassess their portfolios and adopt defensive stances while awaiting greater clarity. Dow Jones Holds Firm: Traditional Sectors Remain Resilient In this turbulent climate, the Dow Jones Industrial Average, which tracks 30 of the largest US companies in traditional sectors, managed to achieve relative stability with a slight positive bias. Th…