Stock market today: Dow leads losses as stock rally hits pause, bitcoin pulls back from record above $100,000

With Tesla receiving positive reaffirmation from analysts and indications of growth in the EV market, the stock is expected to continue its upward trend. This bullish sentiment is likely to drive the stock price higher as it resonates well in the current market context of technological advancements and electric vehicle adoption.

Disney's increased dividend reflects confidence in its recovery and growth, particularly through its streaming service. Following strong earnings and share price appreciation, the stock is likely to maintain a positive trajectory with investor sentiment likely to be buoyed by its strategic moves and financial health.

As the overall sentiment in the market is conservative ahead of the jobs report with immediate impacts on large-cap stocks, and given the recent performance indicators (e.g., job claims), both Uber and Lyft face significant challenges from new competition as self-driving services emerge. This may weigh negatively on their stock performance.