Closing Brief
Sep 01 · 4:30 PM EDT
Markets retreated amid rising volatility and fear, with notable earnings from PANW and MDT meeting expectations. The megacap portfolio remains behind the broader market month-to-date, reflecting cautious sentiment.
Market Snapshot›
| Index | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|
| S&P 500 | 7,631.47 | -0.71% |
| Dow Jones | 52,766.88 | -0.79% |
| Nasdaq | 26,099.77 | -1.03% |
| Russell 2000 | 2,920.13 | -1.23% |
| VIX | 16.33 | +9.45% |
Sentiment:Fear (45)-12 from last week
Sector Performance
Leaders
Energy+1.27%
Utilities+0.78%
Healthcare+0.66%
Laggards
Cons. Disc.-1.72%
Technology-1.53%
Industrials-1.37%
Cross-Asset Moves
10Y Yield
4.80%
+0.04
Gold
$4,374.80
-1.27%
Oil (WTI)
$90.77
+5.84%
Bitcoin
$77,364.81
-1.51%
USD Index
99.69
+0.26%
HYG
$79.10
-0.89%
Earnings Reported Today
Signal Performance
Megacap Portfolio (2026-09 month-to-date)View signals ›
-0.9% portfolio-0.7% SPY
Current Headlines
- OpenAI says Astra AI model is its first that crosses 'Critical' cybersecurity capabilityCNBC
- We're sitting on more cash than at any time this year. Here's whyCNBC
- Jim Cramer says selling Amazon shares over new FTC lawsuit would be 'hysterical'CNBC
- U.S. House aims to avoid government shutdown amid GOP hardliner resistanceCNBC
Today's Events
Attention turns to tomorrow’s earnings, including key reports that could influence sector rotations and market direction.
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