Delta — Week of Aug. 22, 2026

As of August 21, 2026, the S&P 500 closed at 7,707.98, reflecting a 0.21% increase, while the Nasdaq Composite ended at 26,331.09, up 0.16%. Both indices have shown resilience with year-to-date gains of 12.11% for the S&P and strong earnings growth fueled by AI investments. Inflation decreased to 3.4% in July, and the Federal Reserve's interest rate remains stable between 3.5% and 3.75%, with expectations for gradual increases. Overall market sentiment indicates cautious optimism, driven by strong corporate earnings, despite concerns over prolonged inflation and potential interest rate hikes.