September 8, 2026 ยท S&P 500, Nasdaq, Dow Jones + Sector ETFs
| Symbol | Index | Price | Change | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPY | S&P 500 | $770.19 | +3.14 | +0.41% |
| QQQ | Nasdaq 100 | $718.96 | +2.20 | +0.31% |
| DIA | Dow Jones | $534.08 | +2.51 | +0.47% |
| IWM | Russell 2000 | $296.01 | +2.08 | +0.71% |
| Symbol | Sector | Price | Change | % Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| XLK | Technology | $187.28 | +0.78 | +0.42% |
| XLF | Financials | $58.1 | +0.39 | +0.68% |
| XLE | Energy | $64.06 | +0.10 | +0.16% |
| XLV | Healthcare | $171.45 | +0.91 | +0.53% |
| XLY | Consumer Discretionary | $114.91 | -1.68 | -1.44% |
U.S. military strike on Iranian oil tankers in Strait of Hormuz pushed Brent crude toward $100/bbl. Energy stocks (XLE) held firm despite broad market caution. Supply disruption risk premium returning.
10-year yield briefly crossed 4.8% as oil prices rose, adding inflation pressure. Bond markets pricing reduced Fed rate-cut expectations. Rate-sensitive sectors under pressure.
XLY (-1.44%) was the clear underperformer. Mixed signals on consumer spending amid higher-for-longer rates weighing on retail and discretionary names.
S&P 500 (+0.41%), Nasdaq (+0.31%), Dow (+0.47%) all closed higher. Small caps (IWM +0.71%) led gains. Financials (XLF +0.68%) outperformed. AI trade remains intact.
Markets face a packed week ahead with key inflation data (CPI, PPI) due. The oil supply disruption narrative could accelerate if Middle East tensions escalate further. Rate-sensitive sectors will be in focus as bond yields test key levels. Tech earnings season kicks off soon โ NASDAQ strength suggests AI trade remains intact despite valuation concerns.