S&P 500 Decline: Biggest Stock Losers in Three Months

Investors faced a significant pullback on January 20, 2026, as the S&P 500 dropped 2.1% after a holiday weekend. This downward movement marked the largest decline for the index in three months.

S&P 500 Decline: Market Overview

On Tuesday, a substantial 80% of the stocks within the S&P 500 experienced losses. This downturn signals growing concerns among investors about the market’s stability.

Other Major Indices Impacted

The Dow Jones Industrial Average also suffered, falling nearly 871 points, or 1.8%, and closing at 48,488.59. Similarly, the Nasdaq Composite Index recorded a decline of 2.4% on the same day.

Key Statistics from the Day

• S&P 500 Decline: 2.1% drop
• Dow Jones Industrial Average: Fell 871 points (1.8%) to 48,488.59
• Nasdaq Composite Index: Decreased by 2.4%
• Percentage of loser’s stocks: 80% in S&P 500
• Previous worst decline: 2.7% on October 10

This recent decline serves as a reminder of market volatility and investor sentiment. Analysts will be closely monitoring these trends in the coming days.