Overview

• U.S. stocks show mixed performance with the Dow Jones Industrial Average surpassing 40,000 for the first time.
• Market analysts advise caution due to potential headwinds from geopolitical issues and interest rate changes.
• Walmart shares hit a record high, driven by strong quarterly sales and increased grocery demand.
• The Supreme Court upholds the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau's funding structure, ensuring its continued operation.
• Investors await key economic data and Federal Reserve speeches for further market direction insights.