The U.S. stock markets opened lower on November 17, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average falling 105.96 points, or 0.22%, to 47,041.52. The S&P 500 also declined, losing 26.65 points, or 0.4%, to reach 6,707.46. Meanwhile, the Nasdaq Composite dropped 108.9 points, or 0.48%, settling at 22,791.69. These declines reflect a cautious market sentiment as investors assess ongoing economic conditions.