S&P 500 Hits Record as Tech, Oil and Yields Ease

“CNBC reports the S and P 500 hit a new intraday record Tuesday, helped by tech gains, easing oil prices and lower Treasury yields.” — Hank Ledger, on air

On air: Hank Ledger on After the Bell
Published 4:49 PM ET, Tuesday, October 6, 2026

At a glance

First reported by CNBC: “Chart: A look at the S&P 500's remarkable and defiant trip a new record”.
Covered on BBN on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 4:49 PM ET on After the Bell, by Hank Ledger.
Topics: S&P.

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CNBCChart: A look at the S&P 500's remarkable and defiant trip a new record

What BBN said about it

Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorCNBC reports the S and P 500 hit a new intraday record Tuesday, helped by tech gains, easing oil prices and lower Treasury yields.
Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorLola Cruz is live.
Lola Cruz · Senior Field CorrespondentHank, I'm outside a brokerage on a street corner, and the market's defiant record run has everyone out here acting like they personally did it.
Lola Cruz · Senior Field CorrespondentCNBC says stocks overcame months of market shocks. I've covered war zones with less drama, and those had better snacks.
Lola Cruz · Senior Field CorrespondentSir, sir! You, in the wrinkled blazer. Stop walking. BBN wants a word about the record.
Walter PruittI don't own any stocks. I came here because the bathroom is free, and honestly, it's the best deal downtown.
Lola Cruz · Senior Field CorrespondentA free restroom outperforming the Russell. Do you feel the record rally is reaching ordinary people like you?
Walter PruittMa'am, the only thing rising for me is my landlord's mood. But if tech is up, good for tech. I hope it's hydrated.
Lola Cruz · Senior Field CorrespondentHydrated tech and a free toilet. That's the economy, Hank. Also, a seagull just stole this man's sandwich. Ports have nothing on this.
Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorThank you, Lola. For the record, I also benefit from free restrooms. Easing oil and yields helped, and tech did the heavy lifting.
Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorThe sandwich thief remains at large. The S and P 500 does not. It's at a record. Back to the desk.