Stocks To Watch – 2/23/2026
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We hope you're all having a great weekend! We're ready to get back to the markets this week with some notable names like HIMS, HD, NVDA, CELH, BIDU, CRWV, RKLB, MARA & SOUN on tap to report earning. We'll also get PPI numbers on Friday so be sure to check out the calendars below.
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Weekly Market Brief
Monday (2/16): Markets Closed for Washington's BirthdaynU.S. financial markets were closed in observance of Washington's Birthday, providing investors a pause after recent volatility.
Tuesday (2/17): Cautious Optimism Amid AI Disruption ConcernsnMarkets opened the shortened week with modest gains, as investors balanced optimism over economic resilience against concerns about artificial intelligence's disruptive impact on various industries. The Cboe Volatility Index remained elevated, reflecting ongoing market uncertainty. nnWednesday (2/18): Tech Sector Boosted by AI PartnershipnMajor indexes advanced, driven by Nvidia's surge following Meta Platforms' announcement to integrate millions of Nvidia's chips into its AI data centers. This development underscored the growing influence of AI in the tech sector, bolstering investor sentiment. nnThursday (2/19): Geopolitical Tensions Weigh on MarketsnStocks declined as rising oil prices, spurred by escalating U.S.-Iran tensions, raised concerns about potential economic impacts. Additionally, apprehensions over AI competition affecting companies like Booking.com and Priceline contributed to the market's pullback. nnFriday (2/20): Markets Rebound on Tariff Policy ShiftnMarkets rebounded modestly after the Supreme Court struck down former President Donald Trump's broad tariff policies. This decision alleviated some trade-related uncertainties, leading to gains across major indexes. nnKey Takeaway:nThe week was characterized by a delicate balance between optimism over technological advancements and caution due to geopolitical tensions and AI's disruptive potential. The Supreme Court's ruling on tariffs provided a late-week boost, but the market's sensitivity to external shocks remains evident. Traders should stay vigilant, monitoring developments in AI integration and geopolitical events, as these factors continue to influence market sentiment.
