U.S. stock markets concluded the trading session on a mixed note on Tuesday, with the S&P 500 index modestly gaining ground after a four-day decline. The S&P 500 closed at 4,273.96, reflecting a slight increase of 0.0%. In contrast, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ended the day down 0.4%, closing at 33,612.74, while the Nasdaq Composite saw a gain of 0.3%, finishing at 13,186.58.

The mixed performance of the indices underscores a market grappling with volatility and mixed economic signals. The S&P 500’s halt to its losing streak is seen as a temporary reprieve amid ongoing market fluctuations. Analysts note that despite the gains in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq, investor sentiment remains cautious as economic data continues to fluctuate.

Adding to the day’s developments, Nvidia Corporation reported its fourth-quarter earnings that exceeded market expectations, reinforcing its position as a leader in the semiconductor industry. The company announced a revenue of over $39 billion for the quarter, marking a 12% increase from the prior quarter and a substantial 78% increase compared to the same period last year. This robust performance is attributed largely to the growing demand for graphics processing units (GPUs) and artificial intelligence technologies.