Thursday, February 26, 2026

The US stock market remained bearish on February 26, 2026, with the S&P 500 and Nasdaq indices declining by 0.54% and 1.18%, respectively. The Dow Jones Industrial Average, however, managed to eke out a small gain of 0.03%. The market’s sentiment was weighed down by concerns over the performance of technology stocks, particularly Nvidia, which was cited as a major drag on the market.

Sector performance was mixed, with financials, industrials, and real estate leading the way with gains of 1.21%, 0.63%, and 0.44%, respectively. Healthcare, utilities, and technology, on the other hand, lagged behind with declines of 0.26%, 0.38%, and 1.40%, respectively. Notable movers included Accenture, Zscaler, and Spotify, which rose by 8.3%, 7.5%, and 7.0%, respectively. The market’s performance was also influenced by various news headlines, including concerns over the housing market and the impact of Nvidia’s performance on the broader market.