Investor caution ahead of a pivotal week for technology stocks pushed the S&P 500 down 0.2% as the Dow rose 0.2%.
The S&P 500 slipped 0.2% on Monday as technology shares led declines, reflecting investor caution before a key week for the sector. The Dow edged up 0.2%, supported by gains in non-tech sectors.
Prior to the session, futures had pointed to a mixed open, with tech underperforming broader benchmarks. The Nasdaq Composite, heavily weighted in tech, faced similar pressure, contrasting with modest gains in cyclical and defensive stocks.
Markets showed limited reaction to the moves, with trading volumes subdued ahead of upcoming earnings and economic data releases.