5-22-2026: S&P 500 Winning Ways Under Pressure, Retail Results + Nvidia Earnings
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Michael Reinking, NYSE Senior Market Strategist, recaps a volatile week as rising yields and shifting Iran headlines pressured markets. Despite late-week weakness, the S&P 500 remains near highs, with its winning streak still in question. Mega-cap tech leadership showed cracks, even as strong earnings—particularly from Nvidia—highlight continued AI-driven growth. Retail results were solid overall, though companies flagged pressure on lower-income consumers from inflation and higher gas prices. Focus now shifts to geopolitical developments, yields, and upcoming inflation data as markets head into the holiday weekend.
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