Stock Market News, July 31, 2026: Apple Stock Falls, but Nasdaq Marches Higher - WSJ
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- Apple stock fell on July 31, 2026, even as the Nasdaq ended higher, according to WSJ's market close recap.
- Amazon surged to push the S&P 500 higher on Friday, per CNBC's live updates, while the Dow logged its fourth consecutive winning month.
Why it matters: The split-screen close — Amazon powering the S&P 500 higher while Apple dragged — capped a turbulent month for mega-cap tech, and the Dow's four-month winning streak shows the rally's breadth beyond the biggest names.
