U.S. stocks experienced a mixed close on Friday, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average falling due to Intel’s sharp decline on a weak outlook. Despite geopolitical concerns and a volatile week, investors remain confident in the robust American economy. The upcoming “show-me” season for tech earnings, particularly from the Magnificent Seven, will be crucial for justifying current stock valuations.
US stocks: US market ends down as oil prices, Treasury yields rise
In a turbulent day for Wall Street, the markets faced declines primarily driven by disappointing performances from Alphabet and Amazon, compounded by increasing Treasury yields.
September 23, 2026