Bearish
Nasdaq 100 slips 0.3% to 26,729.16 amid weak retail data and rising oil prices.
The Nasdaq 100 declined by 0.3% to 26,729.16 on August 14, 2026, following weaker-than-expected consumer spending data and a rise in oil prices. The S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average also experienced slight declines of 0.2% each. The Russell 2000 index, however, rose by 0.5%.
Key points
- Unexpectedly weak consumer spending data raises concerns about economic slowdown.
- Rising oil prices contribute to market uncertainty.
- The Russell 2000 index shows resilience, rising 0.5%.
Sources
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