United States: Daily Stock Market Performance Insight - September 18, 2025

Daily Gainers
3,758
Daily Losers
1,182
Average Return
3.25%
Total Stocks
5,228
View Detailed Market Cap Breakdown
Market Cap Daily Gainers Daily Losers Average Return Total Stocks
Mega Cap 23 28 0.11% 51
Large Cap 471 231 0.79% 706
Mid Cap 770 181 1.64% 958
Small Cap 381 78 2.32% 470

Market Rallies on Rate Cut & Tech Gains, Mixed Stock Performance

Market Sentiment: mixed
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Importance Score: 8/10

Reasoning

The news presents a generally positive outlook with market-wide gains driven by the Fed's rate cut and Nvidia/Intel deal. However, significant declines in stocks like FactSet, StubHub, and Darden Restaurants create a mixed sentiment.

Key Takeaway

The market is currently optimistic due to lower interest rates and positive tech news, but individual stock performance varies greatly, highlighting the importance of careful research and diversification.

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  • Today was a really positive day for the stock market overall! The S&P 500 climbed 0.87% to reach 6,658 points, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 0.6% to 46,018 points, and the Nasdaq Composite jumped 1.1%. It was a broad rally, but some stocks did much better – or worse – than others.

  • The biggest driver of today’s gains was the Federal Reserve cutting interest rates by 25 basis points, bringing the range to 4%-4.25%. Lower rates generally make borrowing cheaper, which can boost economic activity and company profits. We also saw mortgage rates fall – the average 30-year fixed rate is now 6.26% and the 15-year is at 5.41%.

  • A huge story was Nvidia’s $5 billion investment in Intel. Intel’s stock absolutely soared, jumping almost 23% – its best day since 1987! Nvidia also saw a gain of 3.5%. This partnership to develop data centers and PC products clearly excited investors, and helped push other tech stocks higher, with Synopsys also jumping 13% on the news.

  • However, not everything was up. Even with overall growth, FactSet’s stock tumbled over 10% despite reporting a 6.2% increase in Q4 revenue and a 73.7% jump in earnings per share. This shows that strong financials don’t always guarantee a rising stock price. We also saw declines in StubHub (down 7%) and Live Nation (down 2.8%) due to continued negative reaction after its debut and a new lawsuit, respectively. Darden Restaurants also fell 7.7% after missing profit expectations.

  • Outside of stocks, Dogecoin saw a significant surge, rising about 15% over the past week and trading around 28 cents, with a market cap over $42 billion, thanks to the launch of the first Dogecoin ETF. Cybersecurity firms also had a good day, with Netskope gaining 18% on its Nasdaq debut and CrowdStrike surging 13% on an improved outlook.

Daily Streak Leaders for September 18, 2025

Stock Streak Streak Return
9 days 15.72%

Applovin shows consistent strength with a 9-day winning streak (537.08 → 621.52), delivering 15.7% gains. The financials tell a compelling story: 1.5B revenue generating 576.4M net profit (38.8% margin) demonstrates exceptional profit margins as of Qtr ending Mar 2025.

8 days 7.05%

JPMorgan Chase builds on success with a 8-day winning streak (292.60 → 313.23), delivering 7.1% gains. With 45.3B revenue generating only 14.6B profit (32.3% margin) in Qtr ending Mar 2025, the market prices in future margin expansion potential.

3 days -5.49%

Broadcom takes a breather following a 3-day decline (365.43 → 345.35), down 5.5%. However, fundamentals remain robust: 15.0B revenue generating 5.0B profit (33.1% margin) as of Qtr ending Apr 2025 suggests this could be a temporary setback. Value hunters take note.

3 days -2.14%

Advanced Micro consolidates with a 3-day decline (161.37 → 157.92), down 2.1%. Weak margins on 7.4B revenue with only 709.0M profit (9.5% margin) in Qtr ending Mar 2025 validate market skepticism. Structural improvements needed before sentiment shifts.

12 days 41.50%

Micron Technology continues its remarkable run with a 12-day winning streak (119.36 → 168.89), delivering 41.5% gains. The financials tell a compelling story: 9.3B revenue generating 1.9B net profit (20.3% margin) demonstrates exceptional profit margins as of Qtr ending May 2025.

12 days 30.19%

Lam Research dominates the market with an impressive a 12-day winning streak (97.03 → 126.32), delivering 30.2% gains. The financials tell a compelling story: 5.2B revenue generating 1.7B net profit (33.3% margin) demonstrates exceptional profit margins as of Qtr ending Jun 2025.

8 days -8.95%

Boston Scientific experiences extended pressure with a 8-day decline (107.89 → 98.23), down 9.0%. Weak margins on 4.7B revenue with only 672.0M profit (14.4% margin) in Qtr ending Mar 2025 validate market skepticism. Structural improvements needed before sentiment shifts.

6 days -3.59%

Cf Industries sees continued selling pressure through a 6-day decline (87.23 → 84.10), down 3.6%. However, fundamentals remain robust: 1.7B revenue generating 351.0M profit (21.1% margin) as of Qtr ending Mar 2025 suggests this could be a temporary setback. Value hunters take note.

11 days 87.83%

Innodata dominates the market with an impressive a 11-day winning streak (37.22 → 69.91), delivering 87.8% gains. The financials tell a compelling story: 58.3M revenue generating 7.8M net profit (13.3% margin) demonstrates exceptional profit margins as of Qtr ending Mar 2025.

9 days 43.75%
7 days -9.40%

Foot Locker sees continued selling pressure through a 7-day decline (26.50 → 24.01), down 9.4%. Financial struggles compound the decline: despite 1.9B revenue, - 38.0M losses persist (-2.0% margin) as of Qtr ending Jul 2025. Until profitability improves, caution remains warranted.

5 days -10.99%
10 days 27.59%

Jamf Holding is on fire with an unstoppable a 10-day winning streak (9.06 → 11.56), delivering 27.6% gains. With 167.6M revenue generating only 529,000 profit (0.3% margin) in Qtr ending Mar 2025, the market prices in future margin expansion potential.

7 days 45.83%

Plug Power builds on success with a 7-day winning streak (1.44 → 2.10), delivering 45.8% gains. Despite 133.7M in revenue and - 196.9M loss (-147.3% margin) as of Qtr ending Mar 2025, the market sees potential beyond current profitability. This momentum suggests confidence in future execution.

5 days -1.44%

UMH Properties sees continued selling pressure through a 5-day decline (15.25 → 15.03), down 1.4%. Weak margins on 61.2M revenue with only 4.8M profit (7.9% margin) in Qtr ending Mar 2025 validate market skepticism. Structural improvements needed before sentiment shifts.

4 days -13.54%

Beta Bionics pulls back after a 4-day decline (26.66 → 23.05), down 13.5%. Financial struggles compound the decline: despite 17.6M revenue, - 28.7M losses persist (-162.5% margin) as of Qtr ending Mar 2025. Until profitability improves, caution remains warranted.

United States Market Daily Gainers & Losers: September 18, 2025

Top United States Stock Gainers (September 18, 2025)

Stock Day Open Day Close Daily Change Volume Daily Volume
$170.27 $176.97 5.13% 69.0M 69.0M
$450.96 $466.96 3.62% 4.3M 4.3M
$174.06 $176.24 3.49% 191.1M 191.1M
$290.71 $297.09 2.62% 3.3M 3.3M
$616.73 $621.52 2.45% 9.1M 9.1M
$31.78 $30.57 22.77% 522.2M 522.2M
$461.00 $480.11 12.86% 8.2M 8.2M
$468.92 $502.63 12.82% 10.1M 10.1M
$50.40 $56.20 11.62% 37.0M 37.0M
$98.54 $104.97 10.16% 27.9M 27.9M
$10.93 $13.45 22.94% 21.8M 21.8M
$10.38 $12.13 18.23% 63.4M 63.4M
$11.98 $13.46 17.66% 62.9M 62.9M
$13.32 $15.01 15.73% 243.2K 243.2K
$283.95 $283.95 14.94% 0 0
$14.98 $14.96 85.15% 80.3M 80.3M
$26.83 $30.92 18.65% 6.4M 6.4M
$15.41 $17.58 14.01% 216.4K 216.4K
$16.27 $18.52 13.83% 535.7K 535.7K
$31.40 $34.72 13.43% 6.4M 6.4M

Biggest United States Stock Losers (September 18, 2025)

Stock Day Open Day Close Daily Change Volume Daily Volume
$163.99 $161.76 -2.73% 4.5M 4.5M
$344.73 $338.18 -2.32% 4.6M 4.6M
$428.86 $416.85 -2.12% 88.2M 88.2M
$343.53 $334.82 -1.99% 11.2M 11.2M
$158.15 $157.32 -1.88% 7.6M 7.6M
$338.53 $301.23 -10.36% 2.5M 2.5M
$193.67 $192.74 -7.69% 6.7M 6.7M
$542.76 $507.80 -6.67% 2.9M 2.9M
$249.35 $233.70 -6.11% 524.1K 524.1K
$136.00 $134.30 -5.95% 3.7M 3.7M
$95.91 $89.02 -15.73% 316.2K 316.2K
$13.57 $11.69 -9.17% 8.6M 8.6M
$39.46 $39.26 -7.19% 4.0M 4.0M
$34.05 $30.14 -6.86% 5.0M 5.0M
$18.46 $17.15 -6.34% 1.3M 1.3M
$8.37 $7.57 -12.59% 65.8K 65.8K
$10.13 $10.04 -10.91% 26.4M 26.4M
$48.28 $45.80 -7.64% 4.9M 4.9M
$6.46 $6.18 -4.92% 14.4M 14.4M
$11.06 $9.99 -4.31% 312.4K 312.4K

Most Active United States Stocks on September 18, 2025

Stock Day Open Day Close Daily Change Volume Daily Volume
$174.06 $176.24 3.49% 191.1M 191.1M
$428.86 $416.85 -2.12% 88.2M 88.2M
$150.82 $157.92 -0.78% 84.3M 84.3M
$170.27 $176.97 5.13% 69.0M 69.0M
$239.95 $237.88 -0.46% 43.5M 43.5M
$31.78 $30.57 22.77% 522.2M 522.2M
$8.10 $8.44 5.63% 186.8M 186.8M
$6.13 $6.35 4.10% 81.1M 81.1M
$7.23 $7.37 -1.07% 76.2M 76.2M
$27.53 $28.11 3.57% 70.3M 70.3M
$10.15 $9.94 -2.64% 260.7M 260.7M
$22.89 $24.74 12.51% 113.4M 113.4M
$12.59 $12.58 0.80% 112.4M 112.4M
$15.57 $15.63 3.37% 83.9M 83.9M
$17.75 $18.50 6.69% 82.9M 82.9M
$3.38 $3.20 4.92% 178.7M 178.7M
$2.04 $2.10 5.00% 126.1M 126.1M
$6.24 $6.28 4.32% 117.6M 117.6M
$14.98 $14.96 85.15% 80.3M 80.3M
$1.21 $1.26 5.88% 49.2M 49.2M

United States Sector Performance on September 18, 2025

Consumer Cyclical

9.13%
529 stocks
Top Performers by Market Cap:
Mega Cap: HD +0.12%
Large Cap: WYNN +4.38%
Mid Cap: QS +18.23%
Small Cap: EYE +6.36%

Industrials

4.16%
644 stocks
Top Performers by Market Cap:
Mega Cap: CAT +3.62%
Large Cap: KTOS +6.48%
Mid Cap: TIC +22.94%
Small Cap: UP +11.87%

Healthcare

3.60%
1053 stocks
Top Performers by Market Cap:
Mega Cap: ABBV +0.53%
Large Cap: COO +4.51%
Small Cap: ETNB +85.15%

Technology

3.22%
728 stocks
Top Performers by Market Cap:
Mega Cap: PLTR +5.13%
Large Cap: INTC +22.77%
Small Cap: OUST +13.43%

Communication Services

2.00%
231 stocks
Top Performers by Market Cap:
Mega Cap: APP +2.45%
Large Cap: SNAP +5.63%
Mid Cap: UPWK +8.05%
Small Cap: ATUS +7.54%

Financial Services

1.93%
793 stocks
Top Performers by Market Cap:
Mega Cap: AXP +1.69%
Large Cap: COIN +7.04%
Small Cap: NBHC +7.00%

Basic Materials

1.61%
246 stocks
Top Performers by Market Cap:
Mega Cap: LIN -0.80%
Large Cap: MP +7.96%
Mid Cap: CSTM +7.35%
Small Cap: METC +18.65%

Utilities

1.48%
92 stocks
Top Performers by Market Cap:
Large Cap: OKLO +10.16%
Mid Cap: AES +3.52%
Small Cap: FLNC +6.45%

Consumer Defensive

1.04%
227 stocks
Top Performers by Market Cap:
Mega Cap: WMT -0.64%
Large Cap: HIMS +11.62%
Mid Cap: VITL +3.06%
Small Cap: UDMY +3.62%

Real Estate

0.90%
261 stocks
Top Performers by Market Cap:
Large Cap: ARE +2.71%
Mid Cap: COMP +2.43%
Small Cap: UNIT +4.08%

Energy

0.36%
194 stocks
Top Performers by Market Cap:
Mega Cap: SHEL +0.04%
Large Cap: WMB +2.30%
Mid Cap: LEU +14.12%
Small Cap: SEI +8.93%

Data is updated regularly. Daily performance is calculated based on closing prices.