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Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq waver ahead of midterm election results, AMD earnings

US stocks showed mixed results as voters cast ballots in the 2026 midterm elections and investors awaited earnings from Advanced Micro Devices (AMD). The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.3%, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite both advanced. Market volatility was driven by disappointing Apple earnings and anticipation of AI industry demand. While some reports indicate Dow futures dropped 300 points on Election Day, other sources report a later surge of 1.4% following a Democratic sweep of Congress.

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  • ✓ The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.3%.
  • ✓ The Nasdaq Composite advanced.
  • ✓ Apple earnings were disappointing or mixed.
🛡️ Source Corroboration: 9 independent reporting domains (70% confidence) ⏱ Read time: ~2 min

What changed

US stocks moved into mixed territory as midterm voting began and Apple reported disappointing earnings.

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  1. US Markets Split Amid Midterm Elections and AI Earnings

    US stocks showed mixed results as voters cast ballots in the 2026 midterm elections and investors awaited earnings from Advanced Micro Devices (AMD). The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.3%, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite both advanced. Market volatility was driven by disappointing Apple earnings and anticipation of AI industry demand. While some reports indicate Dow futures dropped 300 points on Election Day, other sources report a later surge of 1.4% following a Democratic sweep of Congress.

    Why it matters

    The intersection of political results and AI corporate guidance is creating a split market. Investors are specifically monitoring ballot initiatives that could alter policies regarding AI data centers, pharmaceuticals, and housing. AMD earnings serve as a critical barometer for AI demand following recent volatility in chip stocks.

    What is confirmed

    • The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.3%.
    • The Nasdaq Composite advanced.
    • The S&P 500 rose.
    • Apple earnings were disappointing or mixed.
    • Investors are awaiting earnings results from Advanced Micro Devices (AMD).
    • The 2026 midterm elections are taking place today.

    Still unconfirmed

    • The Nasdaq Composite advanced by 0.9%.

    What to watch next

    • AMD earnings report after the closing bell
    • Official certification of midterm election results
    • Q4 guidance from AMD regarding AI demand
    Sources used for this update (10)
    1. Investing.com — U.S. stock futures steady; Apple dips after mixed earnings
    2. AP News — Asian shares are mixed as tech losses offset broader gains on Wall Street
    3. WSJ — Stock Market Today: Stocks Set for Lower Open After Apple Earnings Disappoint
    4. CNBC — Dow futures drop 300 points on Election Day as Apple declines, oil jumps: Live updates
    5. Yahoo Finance — Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq futures waver ahead of midterm election results, AMD earnings
    6. economictimes.indiatimes.com — Dow slides as S&P 500 and Nasdaq rise: Why is the US stock ...
    7. investinsidernews.com — Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq waver ahead of ...
    8. www.europesays.com — Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq waver ahead of ...
    9. www.europesays.com — Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq waver ahead of ...
    10. coinpaper.com — Stock Market Today: Dow Futures Rise 1.4%, AMD Jumps
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