Healthcare stocks WELL, UHS, and ESI surge in extended trading following a mixed session for major U.S. indexes.
U.S. equities closed mixed on Monday as investors weighed geopolitical tensions in the Middle East. The S&P 500 remained unchanged, while the Nasdaq Composite dipped 0.2%, and the Dow posted modest gains.
Semiconductor stocks attempted a rebound after recent declines, though broader market sentiment remained cautious. Trading volumes were subdued amid ongoing uncertainty over global supply chains and energy prices.
After-hours trading saw sharp moves in healthcare names, with WELL, UHS, and ESI rallying on earnings or guidance updates. The sector’s outperformance contrasted with the broader market’s muted close.