Wall Street ended the day with mixed results as investors balanced concerns over economic data and corporate earnings. The Dow Jones Industrial Average gained over 250 points, while the S&P 500 recorded its fourth consecutive day of gains, aided by optimism surrounding consumer spending and a drop in Treasury yields driven by bets on potential Federal Reserve rate cuts. However, technology stocks faced pressure, notably with UnitedHealth experiencing a significant drop amidst fluctuating trade sentiments. As retail sales data and key corporate earnings from Walmart and others come into focus, market direction remains uncertain, with some major indices closing lower. Overall, the markets showed resilience amidst a backdrop of mixed economic signals and corporate performance.