Stock Market Recap for Thursday, September 10, 2026
The major U.S. stock indexes ended **broadly lower** on Thursday, **September 10, 2026**, as U.S. oil prices topped $100 a barrel amid growing fears of higher inflation from a prolonged war in the Middle East, marking the fourth consecutive day of declines for the major averages. With the Fed meeting just five days away and tomorrow's August CPI as the last data point before the decision, the market is bracing for what could be its most consequential week of the year.
The **S&P 500** fell **0.58%** (-44.66 pts) to **7,591.70.** The **Dow** dropped **0.60%** (-316.56 pts) to **52,064.10.** The **Nasdaq** slid **0.65%** (-171.62 pts) to **26,081.72.** The **Russell 2000** was the worst performer, tumbling **1.04%** (-30.29 pts) to **2,890.95.**
The **VIX** spiked **9.60%** to **18.04**, its highest level since late July. **Gold** fell **2.15%** to **$4,365.00.** **Crude Oil** surged **7.23%** to **$102.99/barrel**, crossing $100 for the first time since May.