nasdaq

Summary

The NASDAQ Composite Index (^IXIC or COMP) closed at 22,886.07 on February 20, 2026, up 203.34 points or +0.90% from the previous close.[2][3] This reflects the most recent available market data as of pre-market hours on February 23, 2026.

Key Information

Current Data:
Closing price: `22,886.07` (Feb 20, 2026)[2][3]
Daily change: `+203.34` (+0.90%)[2]
Intraday high: 22,948.87; Low: 22,539.05[2]
Previous close (Feb 19): `22,682.73`[1][3]
Market Context: US stocks experienced swings amid tariff discussions and steady economic indicators like US 10-Year Treasury yields and consumer sentiment revisions.[1] Markets were closed over the weekend, with no trading activity since Friday's close.
Important Metrics:
Record high: 23,958.47 (October 2025)[1]
Recent values: Feb 18: 22,753.63; Feb 17: 22,578.38[3]

Analysis

Market Trends

The index showed short-term upward momentum, gaining from 22,682.73 on Feb 19 to 22,886.07 on Feb 20, part of a February range between approximately 22,500–23,000.[1][2][3] Year-to-date trends indicate volatility following the 2025 peak, influenced by Fed data and inflation metrics.[1]

Risk Factors

Potential downside from tariff rhetoric and inflation revisions (e.g., Core $PPI, $CPI components).[1]
Historical volatility: Record low of 54.87 (1974), highlighting long-term growth but sensitivity to economic shifts.[1]

Opportunities

Tech-heavy composition positions it for gains in $AI, semiconductors, and growth sectors if sentiment improves post-earnings.[1][2]
Near-term support around recent lows (~22,500), with resistance at 2025 highs.[2][3]

Data Table

Metric	Value	Change
Close (Feb 20)	`22,886.07`	`+203.34 (+0.90%)`[2][3]
Previous Close	`22,682.73`	-[1][3]
Day High	`22,948.87`	-[2]
Day Low	`22,539.05`	-[2]
Record High	`23,958.47`	(Oct 2025)[1]

Sources & Citations

[1] Trading Economics (updated Feb 2026, Fed data)[1]
[2] Nasdaq Global Index Watch (data as of Feb 20, 2026)[2]
[3] $FRED St. Louis Fed (updated Feb 20, 2026, 10:40 $PM $CST)[3]
Additional context from Nasdaq and Investing.com historical pages[4][5]

Important Note: Market data is as of the latest close on Feb 20, 2026; pre-market or real-time updates may vary. This is not financial advice—consult a professional advisor. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Data sourced from official indexes and may reflect end-of-day values only.