On April 9, with the stock market enduring a mini-crash, Donald Trump placed a 90-day pause on reciprocal tariffs for all countries save China. This 90-day pause is what ignited the strongest single-day point gains in the history of the S&P 500, Nasdaq Composite, and Dow Jones Industrial Average.

The Dow Jones index rose after surprise economic data. Tesla stock rallied on new plans to launch its robotaxi service.

Dow Inc halved its dividend and forecast third-quarter revenue below analysts' expectations as the chemicals maker grapples with a prolonged industry downturn and tariff uncertainty, sending its shares down over 16% in early trading.

But some of the index's components haven't fared so well. Two well-known stocks in the DJIA have collapsed in value through the first six months of 2025. Investors on the lookout for bargains should take a closer look.

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq traded near all-time highs at midday as a strong earnings report from Alphabet lifted big tech stocks.

Las Vegas Sands earned an adjusted 79 cents a share in the second quarter, beating analysts’ estimates of 53 cents. Revenue of $3.18 billion topped consensus of $2.84 billion. Shares of the casino and resort operator were up 4.3%.

Dow Inc. (NYSE: DOW) reported a larger-than-expected loss in Q2 and cut its dividend in half due to macroeconomic pressure and trade disruptions.

NASDAQ climbed above the resistance at 23,150 – 23,200 and is heading towards the 23,500 level. A move above 23,500 will push NASDAQ towards the 24,000 level. Dow Jones gained ground amid strong demand for industrials and financial stocks. The index received support at 44,600 – 44,700 and is trying to settle above the 44,900 level.