Markets End January Higher, and With One More Speed Bump - WSJ

1. U.S. markets reacted negatively to newly announced tariffs on Mexico and Canada. 2. Chevron shares fell 4.6%, significantly impacting its market value. 3. Despite tariffs, major stock indexes ended January higher overall. 4. Strong corporate earnings contributed to investor optimism across various sectors. 5. S&P 500 companies largely exceeded profit expectations, supporting equity valuations.