The major U.S. stock indexes had mixed results on Tuesday, with the Nasdaq and S&P 500 rising to record highs while the Dow experienced a notable pullback. Positive sentiment was driven by anticipation of earnings reports from tech giants like Microsoft, Apple, and Meta Platforms. Microsoft and Apple shares saw gains, while Meta’s shares edged higher. However, UnitedHealth’s stock plummeted nearly 20% after reporting disappointing revenue guidance. Consumer confidence also unexpectedly dropped in January, hitting its lowest level since May 2014. Semiconductor and tech stocks surged, while healthcare and airline stocks faced selling pressure. In overseas markets, Asian and European stocks mostly rose. Bond yields inched up ahead of the Federal Reserve’s monetary policy announcement on Wednesday.

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