Today's Market

The US stock market exhibited volatile trading on January 15, 2026, with major indices experiencing mixed results. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq Composite both edged higher, gaining 0.27% and 0.25%, respectively, while the Dow Jones Industrial Average led the way with a 0.60% increase. Market sentiment remained uncertain, with investors grappling with a range of factors influencing the direction of the market.

Sector performance was also mixed, with Utilities leading the way, up 1.0%, followed by Industrial and Real Estate, which gained 0.9% and 0.8%, respectively. In contrast, Communication Services and Healthcare lagged, declining 0.4% and 0.6%, respectively, while Energy fell 1.0%. Notable individual stock movements included AbbVie’s 2.4% decline, driven by selling pressure, and NVIDIA’s 2.1% gain, fueled by strong momentum. These wild swings marked a choppy trading session, with investors seeking clarity on the market’s direction amidst ongoing uncertainty.