Market Performance: The Dow Jones Industrial Average reached a record close, rising 0.02%, while Nvidia's stock is under scrutiny ahead of its earnings report, which could significantly impact the broader market due to its recent volatility and importance in the tech sector.
Sector Insights: Asia-Pacific markets mostly declined, cryptocurrencies faced sharp drops, and Nordstrom shares surged after exceeding earnings expectations, although the retailer provided cautious future guidance amidst a mixed outlook for the tech industry.
