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The S&P 500 fell 0.22% to 5,967.84 on Friday, influenced by Middle East tensions and uncertainty over Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. While Fed Governor Waller suggested potential July cuts, Chair Powell remains data-dependent. Chip stocks declined on potential US waiver revocations. Geopolitical risks surrounding the Israel-Iran conflict and potential US involvement further impacted market sentiment. Despite these factors, the Dow rose slightly, and the Nasdaq experienced a minimal drop. Market analysts attribute the cautious investor sentiment to global uncertainty and the S&P 500's proximity to its 52-week high.

Prepared by Christopher Adams and reviewed by editorial team.