U.S. equity markets dipped slightly on Tuesday, pulling back from recent record peaks as investors digested developments on trade and fiscal policies while awaiting key labor market reports scheduled for later this week.

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed at record highs on Wednesday, boosted by gains in technology stocks and a trade agreement between the U.S. and Vietnam that eased concerns over prolonged trade tensions.

U.S. stocks closed mixed Wednesday, with the SP 500 and Nasdaq setting new record highs, fueled by strong tech performance and easing trade tensions following a deal between the U.S. and Vietnam. The Dow Jones