How the main US stock indices performed on Tuesday, January 6, 2026
Technology Stocks Propel Wall Street to New Highs
Major advances in technology shares have driven U.S. stock markets to fresh record levels.
On Tuesday, the S&P 500 achieved a new peak, echoing last year's trend where leading tech companies frequently led the market to new milestones.
The S&P 500 gained 0.6%, buoyed by continued strength from tech leaders such as Microsoft and Amazon. The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose by 1%, while the Nasdaq composite also advanced 0.6%.
This week, investors are watching for several job market reports that could provide further insight into the direction of the economy and future interest rate decisions.
Tuesday's Market Performance
- S&P 500 increased by 42.77 points (0.6%) to close at 6,944.82.
- Dow Jones Industrial Average climbed 484.90 points (1%) to 49,462.08.
- Nasdaq composite rose 151.35 points (0.6%) to 23,547.17.
- Russell 2000, tracking smaller companies, advanced 34.98 points (1.4%) to 2,582.90.
Weekly Gains
- S&P 500 up 86.35 points (1.3%).
- Dow up 1,079.69 points (2.2%).
- Nasdaq up 311.54 points (1.3%).
- Russell 2000 up 74.68 points (3%).
Year-to-Date Performance
- S&P 500 has risen 99.32 points (1.5%).
- Dow has gained 1,398.79 points (2.9%).
- Nasdaq has added 305.18 points (1.3%).
- Russell 2000 has increased by 100.99 points (4.1%).
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