A broad selloff sent all three major U.S. stock indexes more than 1% lower by the closing bell, as risk appetite was dampened by a combination of persistent fears over potential disruption due to emergent artificial intelligence technology and Trump’s erratic statements on trade policy, which fueled much of the market volatility during the first year of the president’s second term.
Dow, S&P 500 slip as oil hovers near $100 despite Nasdaq’s record close
The Dow and S&P 500 declined sharply as oil prices rallied near the $100 mark, causing apprehension among investors. However, the Nasdaq soared to a
September 22, 2026