On Monday, the US stock market exhibited a notable divergence, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average declining 0.3% to 49,351, while the S&P 500 rose to 7,244 and the Nasdaq Composite climbed to 25,202. The Dow's decline was primarily driven by rising geopolitical tensions, particularly following reports of an Iranian missile strike on a US Navy frigate, which the US denied. This incident caused oil prices to spike, with WTI crude reaching $102.35 and Brent crude increasing to $110.65, heavily impacting energy-dependent sectors represented in the Dow. Conversely, the tech-heavy Nasdaq thrived, bolstered by strong performances from major companies like Apple, which rose over 3%. The market is currently reflecting a split sentiment, with tech stocks benefiting from AI-driven demand while traditional sectors face pressure from rising oil costs and geopolitical risks. Upcoming earnings reports from companies like AMD and consumer giants will be pivotal in determining market trends as investors navigate this complex landscape.