Daily Market News: February 23, 2026

Last updated: February 23, 2026

📰 Today’s Market Headlines

• Mixed Signals Churn Stock Market Despite Recent Highs – The New York Times

  22, 2026, 2:28 p.m. ET · There were traders wearing “Dow 50,000” caps, and bright chyrons on CNBC. Attorney General Pam Bondi told lawmakers in Congress that they, too, should be making a big deal of the Dow Jones industrial average’s crossing 50,000 for the first time. To Ms. Bondi, the Dow’s ascent was evidence that the Trump administration’s economic policies were working. She also noted that the S&P 500, another benchmark stock index, was at “almost 7,000” and that the Nasdaq Composite index, which is full of tech stocks, was “smashing records.”

• From ‘buy America’ to ‘bye America’, Wall Street exodus gathers pace | Reuters

  In the last six months, U.S.-domiciled investors have pulled some $75 billion from U.S. equity products, with $52 billion flowing out since the start of 2026 alone, the most in the first eight weeks of the year since at least 2010, according …

• Stock market today: Live updates

  Wall Street is coming off a choppy trading session. On Friday, stocks initially rallied after the Supreme Court struck down a broad swath of Trump's trade agenda, before pulling back and then ultimately recovering again.

• Tech Stocks Surge as Supreme Court Overturns Tariffs Despite Economic Growth Miss – Market Updates

  The U.S. stock market experienced a day of significant volatility and divergent performance on Friday, February 20, 2026. Investors navigated a complex landscape defined by a landmark Supreme Court ruling on trade policy, a disappointing reading on economic growth, and mounting geopolitical …

• Why Feb. 26 Could Be a Huge Day for the Stock Market | The Motley Fool

  The big event I'm talking about actually unfolds the day before, following the close of the stock market. On Feb. 25, Nvidia (NVDA +0.94%) is scheduled to report fiscal 2026 fourth-quarter and full-year earnings.

• Stock Market News Today

  Today's stock market news and updates. Read about the latest press releases, financial news, and business developments from leading public companies. Perfect for day traders and investors.

• Why Thursday Could Be a Big Day for the Stock Market | The Motley Fool

  Nvidia (NVDA +0.94%) has been one of the undisputed beneficiaries of the advent of AI, with the stock up 1,200% since the start of early 2023. The company's graphics processing units (GPUs) have become the gold standard for running AI models …

• This Is What I’ll Be Looking for When Nvidia Reports on Feb. 25 | The Motley Fool

  Nvidia (NVDA +0.94%) remains the most talked-about stock on the market, even though its performance has been underwhelming recently. It's roughly flat year to date, but it's likely to make a big move after it reports fiscal 2026 fourth quarter …

📊 What Analysts Are Watching

• Earnings reports from major tech companies
• Federal Reserve commentary on interest rates
• Economic data releases including jobs report
• Sector rotation between growth and value

💡 What This Means For Investors

Understanding the drivers behind daily market movements helps inform longer-term investment decisions. Focus on fundamentals while monitoring sentiment shifts. Key sectors to watch today include technology, energy, and healthcare.

Disclosure: This article is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Always do your own research before investing.