Key Insights for Friday's Stock Market Opening

The stock market is experiencing a lukewarm week with the Nasdaq slightly up and the Dow down for six consecutive sessions. President-elect Donald Trump visited the NYSE, while Costco reported a 13% increase in e-commerce sales, surpassing Wall Street expectations. FAA Administrator Michael Whitaker announced his early departure amid increased oversight of Boeing. Meanwhile, Gen Z's preference for shopping at malls is benefiting physical retail spaces.