Stocks Edge Higher Ahead of Jobs Report While Yields Slip

Stocks edged higher Thursday ahead of Friday's jobs report, while Treasury yields eased.

The Dow rose slightly, the S&P 500 flipped between small gains/losses, and the Nasdaq gained 0.1%.

Investors remained cautious ahead of the jobs report, which could spark more rate hike fears if strong.

Treasury yields slipped but are still up from September lows; jobless claims was steady.

Individual stocks moving on earnings news included Constellation Brands, Exxon Mobil, Rivian, Clorox, GM and VinFast.