Market Recap Week of 4/20/2026 to 4/24/2026
The S&P 500 climbed to fresh highs for a fourth consecutive week as strength in energy and technology — fueled by rising oil prices and strong earnings — lifted markets.


The S&P 500 climbed to fresh highs for a fourth consecutive week as strength in energy and technology — fueled by rising oil prices and strong earnings — lifted markets.

The S&P 500 index rose 1.7% last week as earnings season kicked off on a largely positive note and President Donald Trump said his proposed 100% additional tariffs on China are “not sustainable.” The index is down 0.4% for the month, but up 13% for the year.

The S&P 500 slipped 2.4% last week as renewed tariff tensions weighed on markets. Energy led sector losses, while utilities and consumer staples managed gains ahead of a busy earnings week.

Markets entered the fourth quarter on a high note, with the S&P 500 up 14% year-to-date and health care stocks soaring after Pfizer’s pricing deal with the Trump administration. Learn what’s driving gains and what investors are watching next.

The S&P 500 index eased 0.3% last week as the Trump administration unveiled plans for new tariffs on pharmaceuticals, trucks and furniture. With two trading sessions remaining in September, the S&P is up 2.8% for the month and 13% this year.

The Fed’s first rate cut of 2025 sparked a relief rally, sending the S&P 500 to new highs. See which sectors and stocks led, plus what’s ahead with earnings and economic data this week.

The S&P 500 index rose 1.6% last week in a broad advance led by the technology sector as investors grew more hopeful for interest rate cuts. The market benchmark is now up 1.9% for the month and 12% for the year.

A modest S&P 500 gain of 0.3% capped a holiday-shortened week marked by weak payrolls, sector shifts, and growing bets on a Fed rate cut in September. Learn what could drive markets next.
