SKN | US Markets Close Slightly Higher on February 17, 2026 as Volatility Eases but Momentum Remains Fragile
Market Reviews U.S. equity markets closed modestly higher on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, as investors cautiously extended gains following last week’s turbulence. While major indices finished in positive territory, the advance lacked strong momentum, reflecting a market still adjusting to elevated volatility conditions. A moderate decline in the volatility index offered some relief, though global divergence and […]