Closing Brief
Sep 16 · 4:30 PM EDT
Market sentiment turned cautious as the S&P 500 and Dow Jones slipped amid a surge in volatility, while tech and healthcare sectors showed resilience. Notable earnings from FDX and LEN added mixed signals, with the megacap portfolio maintaining its lead over the broader market this month.
Market Snapshot›
| Index | Price | Change |
|---|---|---|
| S&P 500 | 7,551.81 | -0.45% |
| Dow Jones | 51,461.90 | -1.21% |
| Nasdaq | 25,978.42 | -0.01% |
| Russell 2000 | 2,858.81 | -0.40% |
| VIX | 17.71 | +2.97% |
Sentiment:Fear (26)-12 from last week
Sector Performance
Leaders
Technology+0.10%
Healthcare+0.07%
Utilities0.00%
Laggards
Energy-2.88%
Financials-1.62%
Comm. Svc.-0.90%
Cross-Asset Moves
10Y Yield
5.01%
+0.01
Gold
$4,304.90
-0.64%
Oil (WTI)
$102.11
-3.52%
Bitcoin
$76,141.36
+0.70%
USD Index
100.33
+0.69%
HYG
$78.42
+0.05%
Signal Performance
Megacap Portfolio (2026-09 month-to-date)View signals ›
+1.5% portfolio-1.7% SPY
Current Headlines
- Fed delivers its first hike in 3 years. Plus, what's moving Starbucks and GE VernovaCNBC
- US House expected to pass Russia sanctions bill backed by late Senator GrahamReuters
- Lagging sector looks poised for a rebound. Here's how Mike Khouw is trading itCNBC
- American Airlines says 30% of seats drive half of revenue as premium cabin rush heats upCNBC
- We're significantly trimming a stock that has not gone to planCNBC
Today's Events
Attention turns to tomorrow's scheduled earnings, which will be closely watched for further clarity on sector momentum and market direction.
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