Major U.S. stock indexes close mixed after late-session losses

U.S. equity markets finished the session with mixed results after stocks gave up earlier gains in the final hour. The S&P 500 ended higher by 1.92 points, or 0.03 percent, at 7,359.41.

Early gains across the three major indexes faded as trading progressed into the afternoon. Market participants watched price action closely during the last hour, when selling pressure increased. Volume remained moderate as investors adjusted positions ahead of the weekend. No single sector dominated the late-day moves.

The session marked another day of modest overall movement for large-cap U.S. equities. Index levels stayed near recent ranges without breaking established patterns. Traders noted that intraday reversals have occurred frequently in recent sessions. Data on broader economic indicators were not cited as immediate drivers in the available reports.