US stock: S&P 500 ends lower as investors weigh data, Middle East tensions

The S&P 500's streak came to an end, falling from its peak as weaker retail sales suggested caution among consumers. Despite a strong outlook, Applied Materials saw its shares slump, dragging down AI-related stocks. In contrast, rising oil prices helped lift the energy index. Reddit experienced a surge following news of its index inclusion.

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