US stocks end up on earnings, data showing a resilient economy and trade deall optimism. S&P 500 and Nasdaq score records again.

U.S. stocks finished higher Friday, with the S&P 500 scoring a fifth straight record closing peak. All three major U.S. equities benchmarks saw weekly gains.

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.

Markets diverged sharply on Friday as U.S. indices edged higher while India’s stock market saw a steep selloff. Dow futures rose modestly after President Trump played down tensions with Fed Chair Jerome Powell,

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

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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 faces significant headwinds, tariffs, and weak global demand. Is it a good time to buy the dip after the dividend cut and disappointing Q2 earnings? See more on DOW here.