Stock Market Today: Indexes Ease After Record Rally, Jobs Data in Focus Amid Geopolitical Tensions

U.S. equities are showing a mixed to slightly lower performance in early trading on Wednesday, January 7th, 2026, as investors digest a fresh batch of economic data and geopolitical developments, following a robust rally that saw major indexes close at record highs yesterday. The market's opening tone suggests a slight breather after a strong start to the new year, which has been fueled by optimism around corporate earnings and easing interest rate expectations.Market Indexes Take a Pause After Record RunAf ...