Nasdaq Hits Fresh Ground on Chip and Software Strength as Dow, Small Caps Lag for the Week

Stock Preachers News Commentary - Big technology names pulled the Nasdaq Composite to a weekly gain while the Dow Jones Industrial Average and Russell 2000 closed the week in the red, underscoring a narrow rally as the quarter turned over. The S&P 500 slipped from its prior week's close despite a strong Friday session. Volatility eased, with the VIX down on the day, while crude oil fell sharply and the 10-year Treasury yield ticked higher. Several companies issued contracts, guidance updates, an