Stocks Close Mixed as Chip Stocks Fall on AI Export Limits; Earnings Ahead for Tesla, Nvidia

Dow Jones futures fell slightly after hours as Nvidia dropped on AI chip export restrictions to China. Stocks closed mixed, with small caps outperforming.

Tesla, Nvidia, and several other growth stocks like FICO, SMCI, and DKNG are near potential buy points ahead of upcoming earnings.

U.S. retail sales rose more than expected in September, sending Treasury yields surging to multi-year highs and pressuring tech stocks.

Key chip equipment makers ASML, Lam Research report this week, along with Taiwan Semiconductor. Tesla earnings are due Wednesday night.

The major indexes remain rangebound. Patience and preparation are key as investors watch for stocks setting up near buy points and monitor upcoming earnings reports.