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    Market Daily Updates
    Stock Market Today: August 26, 2026
    John E. Seibert III  |  08/26/2026

    The stock market futures this morning are mixed, though not far off breakeven levels. This morning the Bureau of Economic Analysis released the Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price indices. The markets fell slightly on the news, suggesting a weaker start to the trading day.

    Market Daily Updates
    Stock Market Today: August 25, 2026
    William G. Ferguson  |  08/25/2026

    This morning will bring a few important reports on the U.S. economy, but both of those releases will come a half-hour into the start of trading in the U.S. stock market.

    Market Daily Updates
    Stock Market Today: August 24, 2026
    Adam Rosner  |  08/24/2026

    The U.S. stock market seems poised for a muted start this morning, as a new week on Wall Street commences.

    Market Daily Updates
    Stock Market Today: August 21, 2026
    David M. Reimer  |  08/21/2026

    The futures market is pointing to a positive open to today’s stock trading, suggesting a one-day relief rally. Still,  the equity markets appear on track to post a negative performance for this week.

    Market Daily Updates
    Stock Market Today: August 20, 2026
    William G. Ferguson  |  08/20/2026

    This morning is light on economic news, with the one report of significance coming from the Labor Department.