The Economic Times

Why S&P 500 and Nasdaq down today while Dow Jones holds steady: US stock market turns cautious as VIX at 26.49 and Russell 2000 slips 0.34%

Why S&P 500 and Nasdaq down today while Dow Jones holds steady: US stock market today shows mixed moves. The Dow Jones stands near 46,702, slightly higher. The S&P 500 falls to 6,658, down about 14 points. The Nasdaq drops 100 points to 22,211. The VIX volatility index stays elevated at 26.49, signaling rising market fear. The Russell 2000 slips 0.34% to 2,480. Investors turn cautious after oil prices hold near $95 per barrel and tensions rise around the Strait of Hormuz. Traders rotate away from tech stocks like Nvidia and shift toward safer sectors.