Stock market today: S&P 500 eyes 6,000 mark as Wall Street eyes best week in a year

The recent performance of the S&P 500 and the optimism surrounding it bolstered by trader sentiments and Federal Reserve actions indicate a strong bullish trend for the index. Moreover, certain individual stocks such as Sony that have posted strong earnings may offer further potential. Given these factors, investors could look toward index-focused ETFs for potential gains.

The inversion in the tech-heavy Nasdaq reflects market hesitance, particularly amid concerns about government policies and stimulus, which may limit the momentum. Stocks like Nvidia, which recently joined the Dow, could face volatility as expectations solidify. Investors should carefully assess tech stock performance as trends change, leading to cautious positioning generally in this sector.