Market Brief 13 July, 2026

Good evening, esteemed investor.

The major U.S. indices experienced a downturn today, with the S&P 500 Index (GSPC) closing down by 0.73% at 7,521.35, while the Nasdaq 100 Index (NDX) saw a more significant decline of 1.79%, ending the session at 29,287.35. This broad market weakness was accompanied by several corporate events, including earnings reports and a flurry of stock splits. Notably, NioCorp Developments Ltd. Common Stock (NB) reported earnings that missed estimates, contributing to its substantial price drop, while FB Financial Corp (FBK) is set to release its earnings after market close today. A significant number of companies, including AVALON ADV. MAT. INC. (OU5A) and Light SA ADR (LGSXY), underwent stock splits today, altering their share structures. Additionally, a substantial volume of dividend payments were processed on July 10th, with notable payouts from companies like Endesa S.A (ELEZF) and Altria Group (MO).