Wendy's Weekly STOCK MARKET Report "Investors experienced another turbulent week," Presented by Wendy Nelson
Market Week: February 17, 2026
The Markets (as of market close February 13, 2026)
Investors experienced another turbulent week for U.S. stocks, though a fairly mild inflation report brought the market some relief on Friday (see below). The S&P 500 had it's worst week since November, and the Global Dow was the only major market index that didn't end up in the red. Fears about AI disruption spread to more industries seen as potentially vulnerable. Investors fled to defensive sectors such as utilities, materials, and real estate, which all posted strong weekly gains, while financial services, communication services, and information technology posted sharp losses. Safe-haven seekers pushed the yield on 10-year Treasuries, which falls when prices rise, to its lowest level since November 28.
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