The S&P 500 edged up 0.03%, Nasdaq rose 0.28%, and Dow Jones fell 0.58% due to Intel’s slide. Gains in Nvidia, Microsoft, Meta Platforms, and Fortinet boosted Nasdaq. Intel’s downbeat Q4 earnings report and supply constraints impacted markets. Investors still favored AI and cybersecurity investments, driving tech names higher despite market fluctuations.

Geopolitical uncertainty led to safe-haven assets like gold and energy rising. Concerns about inflation, global instability, and tariff talk drove investors to seek safety and diversification. The stock market saw a mix of gains and losses, with tech stocks like Nvidia, Microsoft, Meta, and Fortinet performing well despite broader market fluctuations.

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