# The Dow Jones index gained more than 400 points on Wednesday.

*business · news · 2026-04-22 · Benzinga*

## Key points

- Boeing reported a smaller Q1 loss than expected, losing 20 cents per share versus 84 cents forecast.
- Boeing's Q1 sales reached $22.217 billion, beating analyst estimates of $21.779 billion.
- U.S. mortgage applications rose 7.8% for the week ending April 17, significantly accelerating from the prior week.
- Utilities sector led gains with a 1.4% rise, outperforming the broader market indices.

**Companies:** Boeing Co
**Countries:** United States, Japan, China, Hong Kong, India, Spain, United Kingdom, Germany, France

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