U.S. stocks close mixed amid higher inflation expectations

NEW YORK, May 13 (Xinhua) -- U.S. stocks ended mixed on Monday, as traders dealt with increasing inflation expectations ahead of crucial reports scheduled for later in the week.

The Dow Jones Industrial Average fell by 81.33 points, or 0.21 percent, to 39,431.51, snapping an eight-day winning streak. The S&P 500 sank 1.26 points, or 0.02 percent, to 5,221.42. The Nasdaq Composite Index increased by 47.37 points,