Equity indices climbed across major markets on January 15, 2026, as investor sentiment improved following a mixed batch of economic data. The S&P 500 closed at 5,423.87, up 1.2%, while the Nasdaq Composite gained 1.8% to 17,654.12, driven by strong tech sector performance.
- S&P 500 closed at 5,423.87, up 1.2% on January 15, 2026
- Nasdaq Composite rose 1.8% to 17,654.12
- Nvidia (NVDA) surged 4.1% after reporting $23.4B in quarterly revenue
- Technology sector gained 3.4% on strong earnings and AI demand
- U.S. 10-year Treasury yield fell to 4.02% amid dovish Fed commentary
- European markets also advanced, with the DAX climbing 1.3% to 18,762.41
Global financial markets posted gains on January 15, 2026, as equities advanced across key benchmarks amid a volatile mix of economic indicators. The S&P 500 rose 1.2% to close at 5,423.87, marking its third consecutive day of gains. The Nasdaq Composite outperformed with a 1.8% increase to 17,654.12, fueled by a 3.4% surge in the technology sector, led by Nvidia (NVDA), which added 4.1% after reporting quarterly revenue of $23.4 billion, exceeding analyst expectations by 11%.