Stock Market Performance on August 19, 2026

On August 19, 2026, the S&P 500 rose despite weakness in the tech sector, driven by gains in health care and cyclical stocks, as the Treasury Department announced a significant increase in debt buybacks.

19 Aug, 10:50 — 19 Aug, 10:50

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Stock Market Today (Aug. 19, 2026): S&P 500 rises despite tech weakness as health care, cyclicals jump

The Treasury Department said it will more than double the size of its debt buybacks, sending Treasury yields lower.

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Stock Market Performance on August 19, 2026

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Stock Market Today (Aug. 19, 2026): S&P 500 rises despite tech weakness as health care, cyclicals jump

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