AI-Powered Market Intelligence — Before the Bell
SEPTEMBER 24, 2026 — MORNING OUTLOOK
Yesterday's Close
S&P 500
-0.64%
Nasdaq
-0.77%
VIX
16.02
90d: 13.80–20.88
GLD
$391.00
90d: $363.60–$429.42
10Y Yield
5.11%
90d: 4.38%–5.01%

What to Watch Today

Expect sector rotation driven by a blend of momentum and macro factors. With the 10-Year Treasury Yield at 5.11%, continued monitoring of inflation data will be crucial; any significant downward revision in CPI could shift favor toward more cyclical sectors, while persistent levels would likely sustain interest in value and defensive plays.
Market Pulse

Heading into today’s open, the Nasdaq Composite (QQQ) closed yesterday at $741.21, down -0.77%, while the SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust (SPY) finished at $767.81, a decline of -0.64%. The VIX currently trades at 16.02, within its recent 13.80-20.88 range, as investors assess persistent inflation alongside strong corporate earnings reports.

Sector Spotlight

This week we’re leaning into Semiconductors (SMH), Energy (XLE) and Growth/Tech (QQQ). SMH stands out with +8.2% 1-month momentum and is trading above its 50-day trend. We also favor Energy (XLE) – showing +0.5% 1-month momentum, also above its 50-day average, benefitting from a sustained macro tilt towards commodities. Finally, QQQ exhibits +4.3% one-month momentum and remains above its 50-day trend despite yesterday’s pullback.

Sector Scorecard

Last week's sectors presented divergent results. Gold (GLD) delivered a positive return of +1.49%, fulfilling its safe haven role, while Healthcare/Defensive (XLV) lagged with a -0.59% weekly performance.

Portfolio Snapshot
MTD: +1.34% 0W / 0L
vs S&P 500: +0.58% alpha SPY +0.76%
Swing Trades
Income Holdings
Sector ETFs
SMH QQQ XLE
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