Dow Rises as S&P 500, Nasdaq Fall on Tech Weakness

Wall Street's main indices diverged sharply on August 25, 2026, as the Dow Jones rose 0.26% to 53,417.16, while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq fell 0.28% and 0.76%, respectively.

The decline in tech stocks led the losses, with investors weighing US economic pressure against Iran and bracing for Nvidia's earnings report and a closely watched inflation report.

Nvidia's upcoming earnings are seen as crucial, with a miss on guidance potentially having significant knock-on effects across the semiconductor and technology sectors.

The uncertainty surrounding Iran sanctions has also contributed to investor caution, creating oil supply uncertainty and influencing investor appetite for risk assets, including tech stocks.