US stocks today: Nasdaq falls as technology stocks slide, Treasury yields climb
- Posted on May 18, 2026
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US stocks today: Nasdaq falls as technology stocks slide, Treasury yields climb
US stocks closed mixed as Nasdaq slipped due to profit booking and rising Treasury yields, while Dow edged higher. Oil prices surged on supply disruption fears but later eased after geopolitical comments. Energy stocks outperformed, Nvidia earnings are awaited, and Regeneron fell after a failed drug trial result.