🚨 Market Pulse — Saturday, February 14, 2026

📊 Weekend — Markets Closed · 07:19 PM UTC
Weekend Wrap-Up: Last Week's Market Action

The week in markets was a rollercoaster, driven by concerns over AI's impact on various industries and a much-needed respite from inflation data. Here’s a quick look at what caught my eye:
U.S. Markets Steady After Inflation Report

U.S. stocks steadied on Friday after an encouraging update on inflation, helping to calm a market that had been rattled by AI-related worries. The S&P 500 barely budged, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.1%, and the Nasdaq composite fell 0.2%. apnews.com

For the week, the S&P 500 is down 1.4%, the Dow is down 1.2%, and the Nasdaq is down 2.1%. The Nasdaq's decline marks its fifth consecutive weekly loss, the longest such streak since May 2022. wsj.com
Inflation Slows, Treasury Yields Decline

Inflation data showed a slowdown, with consumer prices rising 2.4% annually in January, slightly below expectations. This helped ease concerns about rising interest rates. Treasury yields also declined, with the 10-year yield falling to 4.055% from 4.205% a week ago. marketwatch.com
Global Markets Mixed

While U.S. markets found some stability, global markets were mixed. Asian stocks sold off, tracking the previous day's U.S. moves, while European indexes were more resilient. Gold and silver prices rose, and Bitcoin climbed about 5%. bnnbloomberg.ca
Sector-Specific Movements

Several stocks that had been hit by AI disruption fears recovered some of their losses. For example, AppLovin, which had lost nearly a fifth of its value on Thursday, saw a slight rebound. barchart.com
Looking Ahead

As we head into the weekend, it's clear that the market is navigating a complex landscape of technological disruption and economic indicators. The coming week will likely bring more clarity on how these factors will shape the investment environment.

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Not financial advice. DYOR 🔍

The week's volatility serves as a reminder that markets are always in flux, driven by a mix of macroeconomic trends and sector-specific events. As we reflect on the week, it's worth considering how these dynamics might play out in the coming months. Stay curious, and enjoy your weekend.