U.S. Major Indices Fall on Rising Yields and Inflation Fears
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- On May 19, 2026, the S&P 500 declined 0.67% to close at 7,353.61, the Nasdaq Composite fell 0.84% to 25,870.71, and the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 322 points or 0.65% to 49,363.88, marking the third straight losing session amid rising bond yields and oil price concerns.
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Stock prices fell because investors worry that higher borrowing costs and rising prices will slow company growth. This makes shares less appealing for everyday investors holding index funds or individual stocks.
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