Wall Street opens subdued after tech rout; Mideast, tariffs in focus

Published Jul 25, 01:58 PM UTC

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Wall Street's main indexes opened subdued on Friday, July 24, 2026, following a technology-led selloff in the previous session. Investors were digesting fresh earnings reports while keeping a close watch on developments in the Middle East and ongoing tariff concerns. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 79.7 points, or 0.15 percent, at the open to 51,791.37, indicating a cautious start to the trading day. The subdued opening reflects market uncertainty driven by geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and trade policy uncertainties related to tariffs, which continue to weigh on investor sentiment despite some positive earnings results.

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NEW YORK — Wall Street's main indexes opened subdued on Friday (Jul 24) after a tech-led selloff in the previous session, as investors digested fresh earnings reports and monitored developments in the Middle East and ongoing tariff concerns.

Market Open Highlights

Dow Jones Industrial Average: Rose 79.7 points, or 0.15%, at the open to 51,791.37.
S&P 500: Opened flat as technology stocks continued to weigh on sentiment.
Nasdaq Composite: Remained under pressure following Thursday's sharp decline in tech shares.

Key Factors in Focus

Tech Sector Rout: The previous session saw a significant selloff in technology stocks, contributing to cautious trading at the open.
Middle East Tensions: Geopolitical developments in the region remain a key concern for investors.
Tariff Uncertainty: Ongoing trade policy discussions continue to influence market sentiment.

Earnings Season Continues

Investors are parsing through the latest corporate earnings reports, with several major companies reporting results this week. The mixed earnings landscape has added to the cautious tone in early trading.

Source: The Business Times

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Original headline: Wall St opens subdued after tech rout; Mideast, tariffs in focus

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