US stock markets opened in mixed territory on Friday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average rising 0.26% while the Nasdaq Composite fell 0.12%.
The S&P 500 posted a marginal gain of 0.05%, reflecting a cautious tone among investors ahead of a significant corporate event later in the session.
The muted activity comes as traders await the highly anticipated debut of South Korean memory chipmaker SK Hynix on the Nasdaq.
The listing is expected to draw significant attention from technology-focused investors, potentially influencing intraday volatility in the semiconductor sector.
Market sentiment remains subdued following a volatile week for technology stocks.
US equity futures had traded in narrow ranges earlier in the day, indicating a lack of directional conviction.