Tech Sell-Off Weighs on Broader Market, Dow Defies Trend Amid Key Earnings and Economic Data

The U.S. stock market is experiencing mixed trading patterns on Wednesday, February 4th, 2026, with a notable rotation out of technology giants and into broader market sectors. While the Dow Jones Industrial Average shows resilience, major tech stocks continue to weigh heavily on the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite, marking a second consecutive day of pressure for the tech-heavy indexes. Investors are closely monitoring a flurry of earnings reports and key economic data releases, which are shaping midday marke ...