The markets closed mixed with the Dow losing 22 points to 21,784 as the nation braces for Hurricane Irma. Nasdaq added 4 points to 6,397.
On the upside
Amcor is reportedly exploring a possible acquisition of Bemis (NYSE: BMS).
Guidewire Software (NYSE: GWRE) impressed with sharply higher fourth quarter earnings and revenue that surpassed analyst expectations.
AbbVie (NYSE: ABBV) reported positive results from a Phase 2b study of upadacitinib to treat moderate to severe atopic dermatitis.
On the downside
Insurers Aspen Insurance Holdings (NYSE: AHL), Everest Re Group (NYSE: RE) and Validus Holdings (NYSE: VR) all fell as Hurricane Irma approached Florida.
ABM Industries (NYSE: ABM) disappointed with third quarter earnings that fell short of expectations.
Comcast (Nasdaq: CMCSA) warned of significant subscriber losses in the third quarter.
In the broad market, advancing issues outpaced decliners by a margin of nearly 7 to 3 on the NYSE and by nearly 2 to 1 on Nasdaq. The broader S&P 500 held steady at 2,465. Bitcoin added $3 to $4,585.