The Dow Jones Industrial Average (DOW) is down slightly today as markets come off a strong performance last week. This also has the S&P 500 (SPX) closing in on a record high without much other news moving markets on Tuesday. That’s largely due to the holiday week as markets were closed on Monday for Presidents Day.
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However, there’s plenty of news for investors to look forward to this week. That includes the Federal Reserve meeting minutes being posted on Wednesday. This will provide further insight into the Fed’s view of the economy and any potential interest rate changes.
The DJIA is down 0.13% as of Tuesday afternoon but is still up 4.71% year-to-date. That tracks with expert analysis predicting stock market growth in 2025, even if it’s not at the same levels as 2024.
Which Stocks Are Weighing on the Dow Jones Index Today?
Turning to the TipRanks DJIA heatmap tool, traders will see which stocks have the index down on Tuesday. The big drops come from UnitedHealth (UNH), Home Depot (HD), Walmart (WMT), McDonald’s (MCD), and Disney (DIS). There’s also plenty of grey on the map, keeping the index from shaking off today’s dip.
How to Invest in the Dow Jones Industrial Average
The DJIA is an index, meaning investors can’t take a direct stake in it. Even so, they might consider buying stakes in companies listed on it. One option is buying shares slipping today as the drops could make attractive entry points. Another is buying shares rising with expectations for continued rallies.
A third option is investing in exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that track the DJIA. This allows investors to bet on or against the index. One popular choice is the SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average ETF Trust (DIA) but other ETFs are worth considering.
