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Nasdaq, S&P 500 Mark Record Closes Amid Semiconductor Surge

The Dow snapped its three-day win streak

Assistant Editor
May 26, 2026 at 4:28 PM
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Stocks kicked off the holiday-shortened week mixed as investors monitored developments between the U.S. and Iran. Cooling Treasury yields and strength in the tech sector boosted sentiment, sending the S&P 500 and Nasdaq to fresh record closes. Micron Technology (MU) stole the spotlight with a sharp rally that lifted its market capitalization above $1 trillion for the first time ever. The Dow, meanwhile, snapped its three-day win streak with a triple-digit loss.

Continue reading for more on today's market, including: 

  • Nike stock flashing historically bearish sentiment signal. 
  • Intuitive Machines joined today's space rally. 
  • Plus, SPX levels to watch, unpacking holiday weekend data, and a short squeeze stock pick. 

Closing Indexes Summary May 26

NYSE and Nasdaq Stats May 26

5 Things to Know Today

  1. Federal judges block Alabama's congressional map, citing discrimination against Black voters before midterm elections. (The New York Times)
  2. U.S. and Armenia sign strategic partnership deal as Russia pressures Yerevan over growing Western ties. (Reuters)
  3. 2 lesser known trends we're following this week. 
  4. Memorial Day market data you don't want to miss.
  5. Nuclear energy stock with short squeeze potential.

Corporate Earnings May 26

Unusual Options Activity May 26

WTI Slips from Friday's Close

Oil prices fell Tuesday amid geopolitical uncertainty. June-dated West Texas Intermediate (WTI) shed 2.8% from Friday's close to settle at $93.89 per barrel.

June-dated gold futures added 0.1% to settle at $4,527.90 per ounce.

 

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