U.S. equities extended their strong start to 2026 as major indices pushed to fresh record highs. Broad participation, continued leadership from large-cap technology, and improving risk appetite reinforced a constructive market backdrop heading deeper into January.
U.S. equities closed mixed to slightly higher as easing Treasury yields supported mega-cap technology, though market breadth remained uneven. Leadership stayed concentrated in large-cap growth while small caps and financials showed limited participation.
U.S. equities closed higher as buyers stepped back into mega-cap technology and rate volatility eased. Breadth improved modestly, though leadership remains concentrated and positioning continues to favor earnings stability over broad risk expansion.
U.S. equities finished mixed as elevated Treasury yields and narrow breadth limited upside momentum. Leadership remained concentrated in mega-cap names while small caps and financials lagged, reinforcing a selective and positioning-driven market environment.
Markets closed modestly lower as profit-taking and positioning adjustments drove price action, with narrow leadership and cautious sentiment.