Stocks Mixed as Lawmakers Work to Avoid Shutdown; Nvidia Rises While Tesla and Lululemon Fall

The Dow Jones fell while the Nasdaq gained as lawmakers worked to avert a government shutdown. Nvidia rose on bullish views while Tesla fell on lower China output.

Decliners beat advancers nearly 2-to-1 as volume was lighter. Nike offered an in-line 2024 outlook but expects lower growth in 2025.

Lululemon fell below the 200-day line after a low-key outlook while FedEx soared post-earnings.

Duolingo and Arista Networks are in buy zones from chart patterns ahead of expected triple-digit earnings growth.

Apple recovered losses while Disney fell. Merck rose as both Dow stocks are in buy zones, according to IBD tools.