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S&P 500 closes at 7,747, up 1.1%, as Treasury yields decline and tech stocks surge.
The S&P 500 rose 1.1% to 7,747, driven by a pullback in Treasury yields and strong performances from major technology companies. Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller's dovish comments on inflation trends further bolstered investor sentiment.
Previous briefings
S&P 500 declines 0.4% to 7,718.60 amid stronger-than-expected jobs report.
The S&P 500 fell 0.4% to 7,718.60 on September 4, 2026, following a robust jobs report that exceeded expectations. The U.S. Labor Department reported the addition of 162,000 jobs in the previous month, raising concerns about potential Federal Reserve interest rate hikes to curb inflation. This economic data led to a rise in Treasury yields, contributing to the market's decline. ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/ebc11cfa2cf8baf4491bf3d4199c1d74?utm_source=openai))
S&P 500 rises 1.1% as tech stocks surge amid easing bond yields
The S&P 500 experienced a significant rally, climbing 1.1% as technology stocks led the charge. This surge was driven by easing bond yields and strong performances from major tech companies.
S&P 500 rises 0.5% to 7,666.60 amid tech gains and stable oil prices.
The S&P 500 increased by 0.5% to 7,666.60 on September 2, 2026, driven by gains in major technology stocks and stability in oil prices. Nvidia's stock surged over 3%, contributing to the index's rise. Oil prices remained steady, with Brent crude closing 1% higher at $95.63 amid ongoing geopolitical tensions.
S&P 500 drops 0.7% to 7,631.47 amid rising oil prices and bond yields.
The S&P 500 declined by 0.7% to 7,631.47 on September 1, 2026, driven by escalating oil prices and increasing bond yields. The 10-year Treasury yield rose to 4.79%, and Brent crude surged 4.6%, surpassing $90 per barrel, following U.S. military actions in Iran. These developments heightened inflation concerns and pressured equity markets.
S&P 500 declines 0.3% to 7,686.14 amid rising oil prices and Middle East tensions.
The S&P 500 fell by 0.3% to 7,686.14 on August 31, 2026, influenced by escalating oil prices following U.S. military actions in the Strait of Hormuz. Brent crude oil rose 2.7%, closing above $90 per barrel, intensifying inflation concerns and impacting investor sentiment.
S&P 500 declines 0.25% to 7,711.76 amid Fed Chair Warsh's hawkish inflation remarks.
The S&P 500 fell 0.25% to 7,711.76 on August 29, 2026, following Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh's hawkish comments on inflation, which heightened expectations of a September interest rate hike. This led to a sector rotation, with technology stocks declining and consumer discretionary stocks gaining.
S&P 500 dips 0.25% to 7,711.76 as Fed Chair Warsh signals potential rate hike.
The S&P 500 declined by 0.25% to close at 7,711.76 on August 28, 2026, following Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh's Jackson Hole speech, which reinforced the Fed's commitment to combating inflation, leading investors to anticipate a possible interest rate hike in September.
S&P 500 dips 0.25% to 7,711.76 as Fed Chair Warsh signals potential rate hikes.
The S&P 500 declined by 0.25% to close at 7,711.76 on August 28, 2026, following Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh's speech at the Jackson Hole symposium. Warsh emphasized the Fed's commitment to controlling inflation, suggesting possible interest rate hikes, which led investors to reassess risk and contributed to the market downturn.
S&P 500 rises 0.7% to 7,730.99, nearing record high, driven by Nvidia's surge
The S&P 500 advanced by 0.7% to 7,730.99 on August 27, 2026, propelled by a significant 8.7% increase in Nvidia's stock following strong earnings and optimistic revenue forecasts. This surge in Nvidia's performance alleviated concerns about the broader AI sector, contributing to the index's upward momentum.
S&P 500 edges down 0.1% to 7,675.70 amid higher-than-expected inflation report.
The S&P 500 experienced a slight decline of less than 0.1% to close at 7,675.70 on August 26, 2026, following a report indicating that inflation was slightly higher than economists had anticipated. This uptick in inflation led to a modest increase in Treasury yields, reinforcing expectations that the Federal Reserve may raise interest rates by the end of the year.
S&P 500 rises 0.3% to 7,677.28 amid falling oil prices and easing bond market concerns.
On August 25, 2026, the S&P 500 gained 0.3%, closing at 7,677.28, as declining oil prices alleviated bond market worries. Brent crude oil fell 3.6% to $87.27, its second consecutive decline, despite escalating U.S.-Iran tensions following new sanctions. This drop in oil prices led to a decrease in Treasury yields, providing support to stock prices.
S&P 500 declines 0.3% to 7,652.86 amid tech sell-off and geopolitical tensions.
The S&P 500 fell 0.3% to 7,652.86 on August 24, 2026, driven by a 2.9% drop in Nvidia's stock and broader tech sector weakness. Investors are also concerned about escalating U.S.-Iran tensions and upcoming economic events, including Nvidia's earnings report and Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh's speech at the Jackson Hole symposium.
S&P 500 ends three-week winning streak amid rising bond yields and Middle East tensions
The S&P 500 declined by 1.43% to 7,674.37 on Friday, ending a three-week winning streak. This downturn was driven by escalating Treasury yields, which reached 5.34%, and rising oil prices, topping $93 per barrel, amid heightened U.S.-Iran tensions.
S&P 500 closes at 7,674.37, down 1.4% for the week amid rising yields and oil prices.
The S&P 500 ended the week lower, influenced by escalating Treasury yields and surging oil prices. Treasury yields reached 5.34%, the highest since 2007, while Brent crude topped $93 per barrel amid U.S.-Iran tensions. These factors heightened investor concerns, leading to a 1.4% weekly decline in the index.
S&P 500 rises 0.4% to 7,674.37 amid strong earnings and business activity report
On August 21, 2026, the S&P 500 gained 0.4%, closing at 7,674.37, driven by stronger-than-expected earnings from Ross Stores and a report indicating U.S. business activity reached a 52-month high. Despite this, the index experienced a 1.4% decline over the week, influenced by rising Treasury yields and concerns over U.S. debt surpassing $40 trillion.
S&P 500 drops 0.9% to 7,641.16 amid rising oil prices and inflation concerns
The S&P 500 declined by 0.9% to 7,641.16 on August 20, 2026, driven by escalating oil prices and renewed inflation worries. Treasury yields climbed, and Walmart's stock fell 9.2% due to weaker-than-expected sales.
S&P 500 rises 0.2% to 7,707.98 after Treasury's bond-buying plan and strong earnings.
The S&P 500 gained 0.2% to close at 7,707.98 on August 19, 2026, following the U.S. Treasury Department's announcement of increased purchases of longer-term Treasurys to alleviate bond market pressures. Additionally, robust earnings reports from companies like Estee Lauder and Target bolstered investor confidence.
S&P 500 declines 0.7% to 7,691.76 amid AI stock sell-off and rising oil prices.
The S&P 500 fell 0.7% to 7,691.76 on August 18, 2026, marking its third consecutive decline since reaching an all-time high. The downturn was driven by a sell-off in AI-related stocks, including Micron Technology (-7%), Nvidia (-2.3%), and Broadcom (-3.2%), amid concerns over overvaluation and sustainability of demand. Additionally, rising oil prices, with Brent crude increasing 2.7% to $90.87 per barrel, heightened inflation worries and contributed to the market's retreat.
S&P 500 dips 0.5% to 7,745.06 amid rising oil prices and CEO departures
The S&P 500 declined by 0.5% to 7,745.06 on August 17, 2026, influenced by escalating oil prices and corporate leadership changes. Brent crude oil surged 2.7% to $90.87 per barrel, raising inflation concerns and Treasury yields. Additionally, L3Harris Technologies' CEO resignation contributed to market unease.
S&P 500 edges lower amid soft retail sales and consumer sentiment data.
In the past 24 hours, the S&P 500 experienced a slight decline, closing 0.2% lower at 7,785.76. This downturn was influenced by unexpected drops in July retail sales and consumer sentiment, raising concerns about potential economic slowdown. Despite this, the index remains near record highs, supported by solid earnings and soft inflation data that reduce the likelihood of further Federal Reserve rate hikes.
S&P 500 slips 0.2% to 7,785.76 amid weak retail sales data.
The S&P 500 declined by 0.2% to 7,785.76 on August 14, 2026, following a report showing a 0.6% drop in July retail sales, indicating potential weakening in consumer spending. This decline, coupled with a 0.3% decrease in consumer sentiment, raised concerns about broader economic momentum. Despite these setbacks, the index remains near record highs, supported by solid earnings and soft inflation data that reduce the likelihood of further Federal Reserve rate hikes.
S&P 500 slips 0.2% to 7,785.76 amid weak retail sales data.
The S&P 500 declined by 0.2% to 7,785.76 on August 14, 2026, following a report indicating a decrease in consumer spending at U.S. retailers. This unexpected downturn has raised concerns about a potential economic slowdown, especially amid persistent inflation. The market had initially opened higher but reversed course after the retail sales data was released.
S&P 500 hits record high of 7,798.99 amid easing inflation and falling oil prices.
The S&P 500 reached a new all-time high of 7,798.99 on August 13, 2026, driven by easing inflation concerns and a 2.1% decline in Brent crude oil prices. The July wholesale inflation rate fell to 4.7%, down from 5.5% in June, reducing expectations for imminent Federal Reserve interest rate hikes.
S&P 500 rises 0.3% to 7,748.50 amid strong AI earnings and easing inflation concerns.
The S&P 500 gained 0.3% to close at 7,748.50 on August 12, 2026, driven by robust earnings from AI companies and a slight dip in inflation. AI stocks like Super Micro Computer surged 19% after exceeding profit expectations, while the Nasdaq composite rose 0.5%. Treasury yields eased following the inflation report, supporting investor sentiment. ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/c2b9200bd737220ef848a37ffea21f95?utm_source=openai))
S&P 500 dips 0.3% to 7,728.20 amid oil price surge and geopolitical tensions.
The S&P 500 declined by 0.3% to 7,728.20 on August 11, 2026, influenced by a 5% rise in oil prices due to geopolitical tensions in the Strait of Hormuz. This surge in oil prices heightened inflation concerns, leading to a cautious market sentiment. Investors are now awaiting upcoming inflation data to assess potential Federal Reserve policy adjustments.
S&P 500 dips 0.1% to 7,753.11 amid tech stock declines and rising oil prices.
On August 10, 2026, the S&P 500 edged down by 0.1% to 7,753.11, influenced by a 5% surge in oil prices due to geopolitical uncertainties and a 4.1% drop in Intel's stock following its announcement of a potential $15 billion stock sale to fund AI investments.
S&P 500 hits new record high of 7,757.64 on August 7, 2026.
The S&P 500 reached a new record high of 7,757.64 on August 7, 2026, driven by strong corporate earnings and a surprising decline in job cuts. Employers unexpectedly reduced 23,000 jobs, raising hopes that the Federal Reserve may delay further interest rate hikes. This positive economic data, coupled with robust earnings reports, bolstered investor confidence and propelled the index to new heights.
S&P 500 hits record high of 7,757.64 on August 7, 2026, amid strong earnings
The S&P 500 reached a new all-time high of 7,757.64 on August 7, 2026, driven by robust corporate earnings and weaker-than-expected job data. Employers unexpectedly cut 23,000 jobs in July, raising hopes that the Federal Reserve might delay interest rate hikes. This combination of factors bolstered investor confidence, leading to gains across major U.S. stock indexes.
S&P 500 hits record high of 7,757.64 after unexpected July job cuts.
The S&P 500 reached a new all-time high of 7,757.64 on August 7, 2026, following a report that employers unexpectedly cut 23,000 jobs in July. This weaker-than-expected job data raised hopes that the Federal Reserve might delay further interest rate hikes, boosting investor confidence. ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/9d586bdbf1fb230dcf1f915dcaf50858?utm_source=openai))
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