Market Podcast for 2026-02-04 (CST)
February 04, 2026 at 02:00 PM CSTMark
Welcome to our market podcast, folks! Today, we're diving into the latest market update based on yesterday's data from February 3, 2026. Let's jump right into the major indices. Susan, how did the day end for the S&P 500?
Susan
Hi, everyone! The S&P 500 closed at 6,917.81, marking a decline of 58.63 points. It seems like the market had a bit of a rough day overall. What about the Dow Jones, Mark?
Mark
The Dow Jones also took a hit, closing at 49,240.99, which is a decline of 166.67 points. And the Nasdaq wasn't spared either; it fell by 336.92 points to close at 23,255.19. Clearly, it was a down day across the board.
Susan
Yes, Mark, it seems the market was predominantly in the red. Now, let's talk about some of the individual stocks. NVIDIA, for example, opened at $186.24 and closed at $180.34, which is a decline of $5.90.
Mark
Indeed, NVIDIA wasn't alone. Tesla closed at $421.96, down $2.31 from its opening price of $424.27. Amazon also faced a loss, closing at $238.62, down $6.36.
Susan
It appears the tech giants struggled yesterday. Microsoft closed at $411.21, experiencing a significant decline of $10.80 from its opening price. Similarly, Netflix and Google both saw declines, with Netflix closing at $79.94, down $2.29, and Google at $340.70, down $7.82.
Mark
And let's not forget Meta, which had a rough day, closing at $691.70, a drop of $15.67 from its opening.
Susan
Now, let's zoom in on one of these stocks – how about we talk about Amazon? It opened at $244.98 and closed at $238.62, declining by $6.36.
Mark
Sure, Susan. Amazon's decline yesterday could be attributed to broader market sentiment or potential sector-specific challenges. Despite the dip, Amazon remains a key player in the e-commerce and cloud computing sectors, which continue to show long-term growth potential.
Susan
Absolutely, Mark. While short-term fluctuations can be concerning, Amazon's diverse business model often provides resilience against market volatility. Investors might keep an eye on upcoming earnings reports for more insights.
Mark
Well said, Susan. Before we wrap up, here's a fun market-related anecdote for our listeners. Did you know that in the early 1900s, a stockbroker named Jesse Livermore reportedly made $3 million in a single day during the Panic of 1907? That's over $80 million in today's dollars!
Susan
Wow, that's incredible! It just goes to show the potential of the markets, both in terms of risk and reward.
Mark
Exactly. And with that, we'll conclude today's market update. Thanks for tuning in, and we'll catch you next time with more insights and updates.
Susan
Goodbye, everyone!