US stock markets closed mixed on Friday, with the Nasdaq Composite dropping by 0.5%. While the Dow saw a slight gain, the S&P 500 also declined. Energy sector saw positive movement with oil prices rising, while European markets closed lower across the board. Asian markets ended the week on a high note, with Japan’s Nikkei 225 leading the gains.
U.S. stocks ended the trading day higher, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average gaining over 100 points. The NASDAQ and S&P 500 also saw increases. The energy sector saw a decline in active oil rigs, while the financials sector experienced growth. Several individual stocks saw significant gains and losses, driven by company performance and financial news. Asian markets also closed higher, with Japan’s Nikkei 225 experiencing a substantial jump. Economic indicators revealed a decline in housing starts and building permits, but consumer sentiment improved.
