Markets News, Aug. 21, 2026: US Indexes Close Higher But Post Weekly Losses; Treasury Yields Edge Upward
• Major U.S. stock indexes closed higher on Friday, August 21, 2026, though the S&P 500 and Nasdaq snapped three-week winning streaks and the Dow posted its second straight weekly loss. • Treasury yields edged upward as market volatility continued, while BJ's Wholesale Club reported growth driven primarily by higher-income members, reflecting a persisting "K-shaped economy." • BJ's shares have risen approximately 6% since the start of the year, highlighting a trend where spending growth is concentrated among wealthier consumer cohorts.
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