S&P 500 Opens Lower with 0.34% Decline to 6,838.58

0 min read     Updated on 21 Feb 2026, 05:02 AM
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Overview

The S&P 500 index opened with a decline of 23.31 points or 0.34%, reaching 6,838.58 at market opening. This negative opening reflects early trading sentiment in the broader U.S. equity market.

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The S&P 500 index opened lower in early trading, declining by 23.31 points to reach 6,838.58. This represents a percentage decline of 0.34% from the previous session's close.

Market Opening Performance

The benchmark index's opening performance indicates early selling pressure in the broader market. The decline of 23.31 points brings the index to the 6,838.58 level at market open.

Metric: Value
Opening Level: 6,838.58
Point Change: -23.31
Percentage Change: -0.34%

Index Movement Analysis

The 0.34% decline represents a modest negative opening for the S&P 500, which tracks the performance of 500 large-cap U.S. companies. The index level of 6,838.58 reflects the collective market valuation of these constituent companies at the opening bell.

This opening movement provides an initial indication of market sentiment and investor positioning as the trading session begins. The S&P 500 serves as a key benchmark for overall U.S. equity market performance and is closely watched by investors and market participants.

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