Nasdaq Composite
Coverage of Nasdaq Composite in the Nexus archive.
- Asian shares mostly fall and US futures are little changed after US inflation data improves
Asian shares showed mixed performance with notable losses in Hong Kong and Shanghai, but indices like Tokyo's Nikkei 225 and Korea's Kospi gained. On Wall Street, major indexes rose despite a report showing U.S. wholesale inflation was higher than expected. The improved data suggests the Federal Reserve might hold off on rate hikes, contributing to easing oil prices and minor currency shifts.
- Asian shares mostly rise after AI leads rally on Wall Street
Asian shares mostly rose due to global optimism spurred by the AI stocks and semiconductor sector, with Japan's Nikkei 225 jumping 1.6% and South Korea’s Kospi surging 3.9%. On Wall Street, the S&P 500 rose 0.3%, while US inflation data suggested consumer prices were 3.4% higher than a year earlier, potentially giving the Federal Reserve more leeway on interest rates.
- Asian shares mostly rise after AI leads rally on Wall Street
Asian shares mostly rose on Thursday following global market optimism fueled by the semiconductor sector and artificial intelligence (AI) stocks. Regional indices like South Korea's Kospi surged 3.9%, while Wall Street closed with gains, including the S&P 500 rising 0.3%. These positive trends were supported by better-than-expected inflation reports that suggest less immediate pressure for interest rate hikes from the Federal Reserve.
- Asian shares are mostly lower as Kospi falls 4% and tech giants decline on Wall Street
Asian shares were mostly lower on Thursday, with South Korea’s Kospi dropping over 4% and major chipmakers like SK Hynix declining significantly. The volatility was linked to profit-taking and risk reduction ahead of the U.S. employment report; meanwhile, oil prices held steady near $79 a barrel amid uncertainty regarding conflicts in the Middle East.
- Wall Street stays steady at record highs as ‘coiled spring’ releases in August, with talks of deal to reopen Strait of Hormuz
Wall Street indices remained near record highs as the S&P 500 and Dow Jones rose, while the Nasdaq dipped slightly. Companies like Walt Disney and Booking Holdings saw gains, whereas SpaceX and AMD declined. Discussions about reopening the Strait of Hormuz and AI-driven market movements influenced investor sentiment.
- How major US stock indexes fared Wednesday 8/5/2026
US stock indexes showed mixed performance on Wednesday, with the S&P 500 slipping 0.2% and the Dow Jones Industrial Average rising 0.5%. SpaceX's stock declined due to increased artificial intelligence spending, while Disney rose after exceeding earnings forecasts driven by 'Toy Story 5'. European markets were mixed, and oil prices remained stable.
- US stock market hits record highs as AI profits pile and oil prices ease
The US stock market reached record highs as AI-driven corporate profits increased and oil prices declined. The S&P 500 rose 1.8%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average hit a new record with a 1.7% gain, and the Nasdaq Composite surged 2.6%.
- How major US stock indexes fared Tuesday 8/4/2026
Major U.S. stock indexes hit records as companies reported stronger-than-expected profits and oil prices declined. The S&P 500, Dow Jones Industrial Average, and Nasdaq all rose significantly, with the S&P 500 surpassing its prior all-time high set in June. Palantir Technologies and Caterpillar led gains after exceeding spring profit expectations.
- Wall Street rallies to records, pushing S&P 500 up 1.8%, as profits pile up and oil prices ease
The U.S. stock market surged toward records as corporate profits soared and oil prices declined. The S&P 500 rose 1.9%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average gained 1.9%, and the Nasdaq Composite climbed 2.6%, driven by strong earnings from companies like Palantir Technologies and Caterpillar, alongside easing inflation concerns from falling oil prices.
- US stocks leap toward a record as profits keep piling up and oil prices ease
US stocks, including the S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq, surged toward records as corporate profits soared and oil prices declined. Companies like Palantir Technologies, Caterpillar, and McDonald's reported stronger-than-expected earnings, driven by AI demand and strong sales, while falling oil prices reduced market uncertainty.
- US stocks leap toward a record as profits keep piling up and oil prices ease
US stocks rose toward records as corporate profits surged and oil prices declined. The S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq all gained significantly, driven by strong earnings from companies like Palantir Technologies and Caterpillar, while falling oil prices eased market pressures.
- US stocks head toward a record as profits keep piling up and oil prices ease
US stocks are approaching record highs as companies report strong profits and oil prices decline. The S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq all rose significantly, driven by surging earnings from firms like Palantir Technologies and Caterpillar, which cited AI-related demand and record sales. Oil prices dropped amid uncertainty over the Iran conflict, though analysts caution against overconfidence.
- Falling oil prices help calm worries about inflation, and Wall Street rallies
Falling oil prices due to eased tensions with Iran helped calm inflation concerns, leading to a Wall Street rally. U.S. stock indexes like the S&P 500 and Dow Jones rose, while companies with fuel-dependent operations and those reporting stronger-than-expected earnings, such as Tyson Foods, saw gains.
- Falling oil prices help calm worries about inflation, and Wall Street rallies
Falling oil prices due to President Trump's decision to delay new strikes against Iran have eased inflation concerns, leading to a Wall Street rally with the S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq rising. Companies with significant fuel costs, like airlines, saw notable gains, while corporate earnings growth for the spring is on track to be the strongest since 2021.
- Falling oil prices help calm Wall Street's inflation worries, while chip stocks get back to sinking
Falling oil prices due to President Trump's decision to avoid new strikes against Iran are easing Wall Street's inflation concerns, with U.S. stock indexes rising but major chip stocks like Micron and AMD declining. The dollar dipped against the yen after U.S. and Japan intervened to prop up the Japanese currency.
- Stocks finish wild month with Amazon rising, Apple sinking and Seoul’s best day ever resulting in a 22% loss
U.S. stocks ended July with mixed results as Amazon rose 15.3% due to stronger-than-expected profits, while Apple fell 7.4% despite higher quarterly earnings but a weaker revenue forecast. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq gained for the week but finished the month with slight losses, amid rising oil prices and inflation concerns.
- US stocks swing as Amazon leaps, Apple sinks and rising oil prices add to worries about inflation
US stocks fluctuated as Amazon surged 15% on strong quarterly profits, while Apple dropped 9.2% despite higher-than-expected earnings. Rising oil prices, pushing Brent crude to $88.68, intensified inflation concerns, and bond yields climbed to 4.73% amid market volatility.
- Wall Street rises as Amazon and chip stocks jump, even as oil prices add to worries about inflation
Wall Street rose on Friday as Amazon and chip stocks surged, driven by strong quarterly profits and AI investment optimism, though oil price increases raised inflation concerns. The S&P 500 gained 0.7%, the Nasdaq rose 1.3%, and South Korea’s Kospi hit a record 17.9% gain, while Apple fell 9.1% despite higher-than-expected earnings.
- Microsoft leads a rally on Wall Street, while worries about inflation remain in the bond market
Microsoft's strong quarterly profit and AI growth led a stock market rebound, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq rising significantly. However, bond markets remained cautious due to inflation concerns, as the Federal Reserve showed no immediate plans to adjust interest rates.
- Microsoft leads a rally on Wall Street, while worries about inflation remain in the bond market
U.S. stocks rebounded as Microsoft surged 15.1% on stronger-than-expected profits and cautious AI investment plans. The S&P 500 gained 1.1%, the Nasdaq rose 2.3%, and tech-related companies like Micron Technology and Lam Research saw significant gains. Bond markets remained wary of inflation, with Treasury yields fluctuating after Federal Reserve chairman Kevin Warsh emphasized the central bank's commitment to reducing inflation to 2%.
- Wall Street recovers most of the prior’s day loss as Microsoft and many AI stocks rally
U.S. stocks rebounded as Microsoft and AI-related companies surged, with the S&P 500 recovering most of its previous day's loss. Microsoft's strong quarterly profit and cautious AI spending plans boosted investor confidence, while semiconductor firms like Micron and AMD also saw significant gains.
- Wall Street recovers more than half of the prior's day loss as Microsoft and chip stocks rally
U.S. stocks rebounded as Microsoft's strong quarterly profit and gains in chip stocks offset prior-day losses. The S&P 500 rose 0.9%, the Nasdaq jumped 1.8%, and the Dow gained 0.5%, driven by Microsoft's 15.2% surge and rallies in Micron Technology, Lam Research, and AMD.
- Dow drops over 1,100 points as sinking tech stocks combine with jumping oil prices to drag markets down
The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped over 1,100 points as sinking technology stocks and rising oil prices caused by renewed U.S.-Iran conflict and inflation concerns pressured markets. The Federal Reserve kept interest rates steady despite traders betting on a potential hike, while Treasury yields fluctuated amid uncertainty about future Fed policy.
- Oil prices jump following fighting with Iran, while US stocks sink after Fed opts not to raise rates
Oil prices rose 7.3% due to fighting with Iran, while US stocks declined as the Federal Reserve chose not to raise interest rates. The S&P 500 fell 1.5%, the Dow 2.2%, and the Nasdaq 1.7%, with tech stocks like Nvidia, Micron Technology, and AMD underperforming.
- Oil prices jump following fighting with Iran, while sinking AI stocks drag Wall Street lower
Oil prices surged 7.2% due to renewed fighting between Iran and U.S.-backed forces in the Middle East, while declining technology stocks, including Nvidia and SK Hynix, dragged Wall Street indices lower. The S&P 500 fell 0.5%, the Dow dropped 1.6%, and the Nasdaq declined 0.4% amid concerns over inflation and AI sector profitability.
- Oil prices jump following fighting with Iran, while sinking AI stocks drag Wall Street lower
Oil prices surged 6% amid renewed fighting between Iran and the U.S., while falling technology stocks, including Nvidia and Samsung, dragged Wall Street indices lower. The S&P 500 dropped 0.7%, the Dow fell 1.4%, and the Nasdaq declined 1% as traders awaited the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision.
- Oil prices jump following fighting in the Middle East, while US stocks drift
Oil prices surged 5.6% due to renewed fighting between Iran and the U.S. in the Middle East, while U.S. stocks showed mixed performance ahead of the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision. The S&P 500 fell 0.1%, the Dow Jones dropped 0.9%, and the Nasdaq rose 0.1%.
- Wall Street's flip from AI to less-loved stocks accelerates, while oil prices keep easing
Wall Street saw mixed performance as AI-related stocks declined amid concerns about sustainability of growth, while oil prices continued to fall. The S&P 500 and Dow rose slightly, driven by stronger-than-expected earnings from companies like Coca-Cola and Sherwin-Williams, but the Nasdaq dropped due to steep losses in AI chipmakers like Micron and AMD.
- Wall Street's flip from AI stocks to elsewhere accelerates, while oil prices keep easing
Wall Street indices rose overall, with the S&P 500 up 0.3% and the Dow gaining 1.2%, but AI-related stocks like Micron Technology and AMD fell sharply due to concerns about AI growth sustainability and competition from China. Oil prices continued to decline from recent two-month highs.
- Stocks drift on Wall Street and crude oil prices drop as Mideast tensions cool
Stocks on Wall Street closed mixed as crude oil prices dropped due to paused U.S.-Iran attacks and ongoing negotiations. The S&P 500 rose slightly, the Dow gained 0.5%, and the Nasdaq fell 0.2%. Brent crude and U.S. crude oil prices declined significantly following reduced Middle East tensions.
- Stocks waver on Wall Street and crude oil prices drop 5% as Mideast tensions cool
Stocks on Wall Street showed mixed performance with the S&P 500 down 0.2%, while the Dow Jones rose 0.4%. Crude oil prices fell 5.5% as U.S.-Iran tensions eased, reducing fears over global oil supplies. The Strait of Hormuz disruptions and economic impacts like rising fuel and shipping costs were highlighted, alongside anticipation of Federal Reserve rate decisions.
- The Latest: Appeals court upholds injunction that blocks Trump’s order to create federal voter list
A federal appeals court upheld an injunction blocking President Donald Trump’s order to create a federal voter list and restrict mail ballots. The Trump administration canceled $7.6 billion in clean energy grants for 16 states that voted for Kamala Harris in the 2024 presidential election.
- The Latest: Appeals court upholds injunction that blocks Trump’s order to create federal voter list
A federal appeals court upheld an injunction blocking President Trump’s executive order to create a federal voter list and restrict mail-in voting. The Trump administration canceled $7.6 billion in clean energy grants for 16 states that voted for Kamala Harris in the 2024 election. Stock markets rose and oil prices fell as tensions between the U.S. and Iran eased, with mediators reporting progress in halting the conflict.
- Stocks open higher on Wall Street and crude oil prices drop 6% as Mideast tensions cool
Stocks on Wall Street opened higher with the S&P 500 rising 0.8%, the Dow gaining 581 points, and the Nasdaq up 1% as U.S.-Iran tensions eased. Crude oil prices dropped 6-7% following a pause in attacks between the U.S. and Iran, with Brent crude trading at $90 and U.S. benchmark crude at $83.06 per barrel.
- Stocks edge higher while crude oil prices fall for the first time in a week
Stocks in the U.S. edged higher while crude oil prices fell for the first time in a week amid ongoing Middle East conflicts threatening global oil flows. The S&P 500 and Dow Jones rose slightly, but all major indexes remain on track for weekly losses. Tariff hikes by the Trump administration and geopolitical tensions contributed to market uncertainty.
- Oil prices rise another 3%, while Wall Street drifts in mixed trading
Oil prices increased by 3% amid ongoing conflict with Iran, while U.S. stock markets showed mixed performance. The S&P 500 rose 0.2%, the Dow gained 0.3%, and the Nasdaq fell 0.1%. Philip Morris International, AT&T, and Super Micro Computer saw significant stock gains, while GE Vernova dropped 7.5% due to weaker profits.
- Chip companies and other AI winners drag Wall Street lower again, while crude oil prices rise
Stocks of AI-focused chip companies and other tech firms declined, dragging down Wall Street indices like the S&P 500 and Nasdaq. Crude oil prices surged nearly 3% amid escalating U.S.-Iran conflict and shipping disruptions in the Strait of Hormuz. Super Micro Computer and AT&T saw significant stock gains due to earnings previews and profit expectations.
- How major US stock indexes fared Tuesday 7/21/2026
US stock indexes rose on July 21, 2026, with the S&P 500 up 0.9%, the Dow Jones up 0.7%, and the Nasdaq up 1.3%, driven by gains in AI-related companies like Micron Technology and Nvidia. Brent crude oil prices approached $92, pushing Treasury yields higher due to ongoing Iran war attacks.
- AI stocks gather more strength, even as Brent oil's price nears $92
AI stocks and broader market indices like the S&P 500, Dow, and Nasdaq rose as Wall Street gained momentum. Brent crude oil prices approached $92 amid US-Iran tensions, raising inflation concerns. Strong earnings from companies like 3M, Hasbro, and General Motors offset declines in Danaher and D.R. Horton.
- AI stocks gather more strength, even as Brent oil's price nears $92
AI stocks and broader market indices like the S&P 500 and Nasdaq rose as investors bet on AI growth, despite rising Brent crude oil prices near $92 due to U.S.-Iran tensions. Strong earnings from companies such as 3M, Hasbro, and General Motors offset declines in Danaher and D.R. Horton.