Major U.S. stock averages traded on a mixed note at midday in New York, with the S&P 500 grappling with the psychological resistance level of 5,000, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq 100 managed to reach fresh record highs.
Wednesday is a bullish day on Wall Street, with major large-cap indices extending record highs, aided by robust corporate earnings. Despite the overall market optimism, concerns linger within segments such as regional banks, highlighting investor caution.