US stock market close: Early gains fade and stocks finish slightly lower

It was a quieter day on the tariff front, though there was a concerning report highlighting a lack of progress between the US and EU on tariffs.

Closing changes:

• S&P 500 -0.2%
• Nasdaq Comp flat
• DJIA -0.4%
• Russell 2000 +0.1%
• Toronto TSX Comp +0.75%

After hours, shares of United Airlines are up 8% after reporting earnings. The company forecast a midpoint of $12.50 in EPS in a continued growth scenario and $8 in a recession.

This article was written by Adam Button at www.forexlive.com.