S&P 500 poised for modest gains as durable goods data beats forecasts
Sep 25, 2026, 12:29 PM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Data showing flat yet beating expectations on durable goods supports sentiment for a modest gain in the S&P 500; sector leadership in tech adds upside; however, narrow breadth and micro-cap volatility cap upside.
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U.S. equities edged higher on Friday as the S&P 500 rose about 0.1% amid flat August durable goods orders that beat expectations for a decline. Technology led advances while communication services lagged. Inside market breadth, select micro-caps rallied on deal news, but most components were muted, signaling limited conviction for a broader risk-on move.
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