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US Stock Market Sector Analysis – Tuesday, January 13, 2026 MIXED

The US stock market faced a mixed session today as earnings reports from major companies influenced market direction. Delta Air Lines (DAL) surpassed estimates with an EPS of $1.55 against expectations of $1.54, while JPMorgan Chase (JPM) also beat with $5.23 EPS compared to an expected $5.05, driving a slight uptick in the finance sector. However, the broader market was weighed down by significant losses in the enterprise software sector, particularly Adobe (ADBE) and Salesforce (CRM), which fell by 5.4% and 7.1%, respectively. The Magnificent 7, despite showing resilience, saw a collective decline of 0.4%, with notable movers like Google (GOOG) inching up by 1.1% to $336.43.

Today's Market Events

Key Headlines

  • CRM Salesforce Stock Is Mispriced - Reiterate Buy SeekingAlpha
  • Stock Market Today, Jan. 13: AMD Rallies as Banking Stocks Struggle Yahoo
  • Markets Book Profits as Q4 Earnings Season Gets Rolling Yahoo
  • Stock Market Today, Jan. 13: Nvidia Rises on H200 Export Developments Yahoo
  • ADBE Why Adobe (ADBE) Shares Are Falling Today Yahoo
  • Why Atlassian (TEAM) Shares Are Plunging Today Yahoo
  • SMCI Stock Market Today, Jan. 13: Super Micro Computer Drops on Analyst Downgrade and Margin Worries Yahoo
  • SMCI Super Micro Computer (SMCI) Suffers a Larger Drop Than the General Market: Key Insights Yahoo

Earnings Releases

  • DAL EPS: $1.55 vs est $1.54 (beat)
  • JPM EPS: $5.23 vs est $5.05 (beat)

AI and Technology Sector Analysis

The AI and technology investment theme continues to face challenges today as the Magnificent 7 stocks display mixed performance. While Nvidia (NVDA) gained 0.5% to $185.81 amid positive developments related to H200 exports, stocks like Microsoft (MSFT) and Adobe (ADBE) are struggling, which may signal a more cautious sentiment among investors. The chip supply chain, specifically AMD, surged by 6.4% to $220.97, suggesting that while AI investments remain a focal point, volatility persists in related sectors.

US Stock Sector Overview

Sector 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA
Mag 7 (AI Spenders) -0.4% +0.2% +1.3% ABOVE
Chip Supply Chain +0.8% +0.8% +2.3% BELOW
Infrastructure -1.4% -1.5% -3.5% BELOW
Enterprise Software -4.0% -6.9% -7.2% BELOW
Finance -2.7% -2.6% +1.5% BELOW
Healthcare -1.1% -2.5% -0.3% ABOVE
Retail & Consulting +0.3% +3.9% +1.9% ABOVE
Airlines -1.6% -2.6% +1.8% ABOVE
Hospitality & Travel -0.8% -0.6% +1.0% ABOVE
Food & Restaurant +0.8% +3.1% +1.6% ABOVE
Logistics -1.0% +0.9% +8.3% ABOVE
Industrial +0.9% +6.1% +7.2% ABOVE
Cybersecurity +0.5% -3.3% -2.4% BELOW
Chip Equipment -1.5% +4.4% +21.3% ABOVE
Data Center REITs +2.0% +3.5% +5.2% ABOVE
Utilities +0.7% +2.2% +0.8% BELOW
Energy +1.5% +6.2% +8.4% ABOVE
Defense & Aerospace +0.7% +7.3% +9.5% ABOVE
Telecom -2.6% -2.2% -3.0% BELOW
Media & Entertainment +0.6% -0.2% -0.7% BELOW
Biotech -0.5% -3.6% +0.7% BELOW
Materials -0.2% +1.8% +7.8% ABOVE

Sector Strength

Data Center REITs +2.0% 20d: +5.2%
EQIX +2.2% (20d: +5.2%), DLR +1.8% (20d: +5.1%)
Energy +1.5% 20d: +8.4%
XOM +2.0% (20d: +7.5%), CVX +0.9% (20d: +9.4%)
Industrial +0.9% 20d: +7.2%
CAT +1.1% (20d: +7.9%), HON +0.8% (20d: +6.5%)
Chip Supply Chain +0.8% 20d: +2.3%
AMD +6.4% (20d: +6.5%), AVGO +0.7% (20d: +4.6%) [<50MA], MRVL +0.2% (20d: -1.4%) [<50MA]
Food & Restaurant +0.8% 20d: +1.6%
MCD +0.9% (20d: -2.9%), SBUX +0.7% (20d: +6.0%)

Sector Warnings

Enterprise Software -4.0% 20d: -7.2%
CRM -7.1% (20d: -5.2%) [<50MA], ADBE -5.4% (20d: -11.7%) [<50MA], NOW -3.1% (20d: -9.7%) [<50MA]
Finance -2.7% 20d: +1.5%
JPM -4.2% (20d: -2.4%) [<50MA], GS -1.2% (20d: +5.5%)
Telecom -2.6% 20d: -3.0%
TMUS -4.0% (20d: -3.3%) [<50MA], VZ -2.1% (20d: -2.7%) [<50MA], T -1.9% (20d: -3.0%) [<50MA]
Airlines -1.6% 20d: +1.8%
DAL -2.4% (20d: -2.7%), UAL -0.8% (20d: +6.2%)
Chip Equipment -1.5% 20d: +21.3%
LRCX -2.7% (20d: +30.5%), ASML -0.9% (20d: +16.8%), AMAT -0.8% (20d: +16.7%)

Sector Deep Dive

The Data Center REITs sector showed strong performance today, rising by 2.0%, with Equinix (EQIX) leading the charge at $801.31, up 2.2%. This upward trend is consistent over the past 20 days, where the sector has appreciated by 5.2%. The continued demand for data storage and processing capabilities is driving investor interest in this space, positioning it well above its 50-day moving average.

Energy stocks also saw positive movement, with the sector gaining 1.5% today and a notable 2.0% increase in ExxonMobil (XOM) to $126.54. The energy sector has been on a robust upward trajectory, with a 20-day trend showing an impressive 8.4% rise. This strength is likely attributed to heightened demand and favorable market conditions, keeping the sector above its 50-day moving average.

Conversely, the enterprise software sector experienced significant declines, dropping 4.0% today, with Adobe (ADBE) leading the decline at $309.93, down 5.4%. The sector has been struggling, reflected in its 20-day performance of -7.2% and remaining below the 50-day moving average. The recent earnings miss and broader market profit-taking have exacerbated these challenges, prompting investors to reassess their positions.

The chip supply chain sector's performance is concerning, with a 0.8% increase today but a poor 20-day trend of just 2.3%. Companies like AMD have shown resilience, but with the sector remaining below its 50-day moving average, investor sentiment appears cautious. This sector's volatility may continue as broader technology sentiment fluctuates amidst economic uncertainties.

Market Breadth Analysis

US stock market breadth analysis shows 13 of 22 sectors trading above their 50-day moving average, while 9 are below. The majority of sectors holding above the 50-day MA indicates healthy medium-term momentum. With 16 sectors positive over 20 days, buying pressure remains broad-based.

Interactive Charts

S&P 500 & NASDAQ 100

20-Day Sector Performance

1-Day vs 5-Day Sector Change

Stock-Level Detail

Mag 7 (AI Spenders) Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
GOOG $336.43 +1.1% +4.3% +8.8% ABOVE 0
NVDA $185.81 +0.5% -1.7% +5.4% ABOVE 0
AAPL $260.81 +0.3% +0.3% -4.8% BELOW 0
TSLA $447.20 -0.4% +3.7% -5.9% ABOVE 1
MSFT $470.67 -1.4% -2.6% -0.9% BELOW 2
AMZN $242.60 -1.6% +0.4% +9.0% ABOVE 2
META $631.09 -1.7% -2.7% -2.5% BELOW 2
Chip Supply Chain Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
AMD $220.97 +6.4% +5.2% +6.5% ABOVE 0
AVGO $354.61 +0.7% +3.2% +4.6% BELOW 0
MRVL $83.05 +0.2% -1.8% -1.4% BELOW 0
TSM $331.21 -0.2% +3.9% +15.1% ABOVE 1
ARM $107.84 -3.0% -6.8% -13.3% BELOW 4
Infrastructure Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
VRT $172.72 +1.6% +0.7% +6.8% ABOVE 0
DELL $119.14 -0.7% -0.3% -8.3% BELOW 2
SMCI $28.60 -5.0% -4.7% -8.8% BELOW 2
Enterprise Software Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
PLTR $178.96 -0.3% -1.5% -2.3% ABOVE 1
NOW $138.19 -3.1% -8.4% -9.7% BELOW 1
ADBE $309.93 -5.4% -8.3% -11.7% BELOW 3
CRM $241.06 -7.1% -9.4% -5.2% BELOW 4
Finance Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
GS $938.15 -1.2% -0.3% +5.5% ABOVE 1
JPM $310.90 -4.2% -4.9% -2.4% BELOW 3
Healthcare Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
LLY $1077.19 -0.4% -2.8% +1.4% ABOVE 1
UNH $333.93 -1.9% -2.3% -2.1% ABOVE 3
Retail & Consulting Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
WMT $120.36 +2.0% +6.8% +3.1% ABOVE 0
ACN $276.80 -1.5% +1.0% +0.8% ABOVE 1
Airlines Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
UAL $114.41 -0.8% -1.9% +6.2% ABOVE 2
DAL $69.33 -2.4% -3.2% -2.7% ABOVE 2
Hospitality & Travel Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
MAR $322.96 -0.1% +1.2% +4.7% ABOVE 2
BKNG $5314.71 -1.4% -2.4% -2.6% ABOVE 2
Food & Restaurant Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
MCD $309.44 +0.9% +1.7% -2.9% ABOVE 0
SBUX $90.56 +0.7% +4.5% +6.0% ABOVE 0
Logistics Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
FDX $309.66 -0.7% +0.8% +10.1% ABOVE 2
UPS $106.58 -1.3% +1.1% +6.5% ABOVE 2
Industrial Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
CAT $635.04 +1.1% +6.7% +7.9% ABOVE 0
HON $210.28 +0.8% +5.4% +6.5% ABOVE 0
Cybersecurity Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
PANW $190.85 +1.0% -1.6% +2.7% BELOW 0
CRWD $468.02 +0.2% -2.3% -4.0% BELOW 0
ZS $216.85 +0.1% -6.2% -5.8% BELOW 0
Chip Equipment Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
AMAT $304.87 -0.8% +4.3% +16.7% ABOVE 1
ASML $1268.49 -0.9% +3.4% +16.8% ABOVE 1
LRCX $214.38 -2.7% +5.6% +30.5% ABOVE 1
Data Center REITs Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
EQIX $801.31 +2.2% +3.2% +5.2% ABOVE 0
DLR $160.71 +1.8% +3.8% +5.1% ABOVE 0
Utilities Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
SO $87.55 +0.9% +1.5% +1.8% BELOW 0
NEE $81.64 +0.6% +4.2% -0.0% BELOW 0
DUK $117.39 +0.6% +1.0% +0.6% BELOW 0
Energy Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
XOM $126.54 +2.0% +6.8% +7.5% ABOVE 0
CVX $163.87 +0.9% +5.6% +9.4% ABOVE 0
Defense & Aerospace Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
LMT $558.30 +1.3% +12.4% +15.3% ABOVE 0
GD $361.82 +0.7% +5.1% +6.6% ABOVE 0
RTX $194.08 +0.1% +4.5% +6.6% ABOVE 0
Telecom Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
T $23.30 -1.9% -1.7% -3.0% BELOW 1
VZ $39.01 -2.1% -1.1% -2.7% BELOW 1
TMUS $189.67 -4.0% -3.9% -3.3% BELOW 2
Media & Entertainment Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
NFLX $90.32 +1.0% -0.5% -3.7% BELOW 0
DIS $112.98 +0.1% +0.1% +2.3% ABOVE 0
Biotech Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
AMGN $324.30 -0.4% -5.1% -0.3% BELOW 4
GILD $121.76 -0.7% -2.1% +1.7% BELOW 1
Materials Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
LIN $442.90 -0.2% +2.0% +6.2% ABOVE 2
APD $266.18 -0.3% +1.6% +9.4% ABOVE 1

Key Stock Movers

Today's biggest movers by absolute percentage change: CRM (Enterprise Software) fell 7.1% to $241.06. AMD (Chip Supply Chain) rose 6.4% to $220.97. ADBE (Enterprise Software) fell 5.4% to $309.93. SMCI (Infrastructure) fell 5.0% to $28.60. JPM (Finance) fell 4.2% to $310.90. These individual stock movements were key drivers of their respective sector performance.

Risk and Opportunity Assessment

No major risk alerts are triggered. In a directionless market, maintaining disciplined position sizing and clear stop-loss levels is key to managing downside risk while staying positioned for breakouts.

US Stock Market Outlook

Looking ahead, market breadth remains mixed with 13 sectors above their 50-day moving averages and 9 below, indicating a divided market landscape. Alert counts have increased, suggesting potential volatility as earnings season progresses. Investors are advised to monitor sector performance closely and consider positions in resilient areas like energy and data center REITs while being cautious in the enterprise software space.

Hypothetical Portfolio

SIMULATION
Value $100,477
P&L +0.48%
Today -0.56%
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