The three major indices of the US stock market set off in unison on Tuesday, with the S&P 500 eking out a modest gain while the Nasdaq and the Dow Jones Industrial Average closed slightly lower. The S&P 500 rose 0.06%, the Nasdaq Composite fell 0.09%, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 0.02%. The S&P 500's gain was led by gains in the technology and healthcare sectors. The Nasdaq Composite's decline was led by losses in the technology and consumer discretionary sectors. The Dow Jones Industrial Average's decline was led by losses in the financial and industrial sectors. The mixed performance of the major indices comes as investors continue to assess the economic outlook. The Federal Reserve is expected to raise interest rates again this year, which could slow economic growth. However, strong corporate earnings and a low unemployment rate have provided some support to the market. Overall, the performance of the major indices on Tuesday was relatively muted, reflecting the cautious sentiment among investors. ---