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US Stock Market Sector Analysis – Tuesday, February 10, 2026 MIXED

The US stock market opened with mixed sentiment as investors reacted to a series of earnings reports and sector performance. In the hospitality sector, Marriott (MAR) reported an EPS of $2.58, missing estimates, yet its stock surged by 8.5% to $359.35, possibly due to strong fee revenue growth. Meanwhile, Gilead Sciences (GILD) beat expectations with an EPS of $1.86 but saw its stock decline by 2.9% to $147.23. Overall, the S&P 500 experienced 9 sectors in the green and 9 in the red, with notable volatility in the AI-driven 'Magnificent 7', which collectively dipped by 0.4%.

Today's Market Events

Key Headlines

  • MAR Marriott (MAR) Leans on Bonvoy Ecosystem Growth: Loyalty Engine or Overlooked Risk? Yahoo
  • MAR Marriott International Inc (MAR) Q4 2025 Earnings Call Highlights: Strong Fee Revenue Growth ... Yahoo
  • Cascale Announces CEO Appointment Yahoo
  • DELL Is Trending Stock Dell Technologies Inc. (DELL) a Buy Now? Yahoo
  • AMGN Just Two Days Till Amgen Inc. (NASDAQ:AMGN) Will Be Trading Ex-Dividend Yahoo
  • Gilead Sciences: Buy This Stock For Both Dividend And Growth SeekingAlpha
  • GILD Gilead (GILD) Q4 Earnings: How Key Metrics Compare to Wall Street Estimates Yahoo
  • GILD Gilead Sciences Q4 Earnings Call Highlights Yahoo

Earnings Releases

  • GILD EPS: $1.86 vs est $1.85 (beat)
  • MAR EPS: $2.58 vs est $2.64 (miss)
  • DUK EPS: $1.50 vs est $1.50 (miss)

AI and Technology Sector Analysis

The AI and technology investment theme showed continued pressure, particularly among the Magnificent 7, which struggled with a collective decline. Notably, Nvidia (NVDA) fell by 0.8% to $188.54, while Microsoft (MSFT) was down slightly by 0.1% at $413.27, highlighting concerns in the chip supply chain and enterprise software sectors. With the broader infrastructure investments gaining traction, Dell Technologies (DELL) gained 4.2% to $126.01, reflecting a positive outlook in that segment amidst a challenging environment for AI-related stocks.

US Stock Sector Overview

Sector 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA
Mag 7 (AI Spenders) -0.4% -0.5% -3.5% BELOW
Chip Supply Chain +0.1% +11.9% +3.5% BELOW
Infrastructure +0.8% +3.8% +12.6% ABOVE
Enterprise Software -0.3% -3.1% -19.8% BELOW
Finance -0.3% +2.1% +1.8% ABOVE
Healthcare -1.4% -4.2% -11.5% BELOW
Retail & Consulting -0.0% -0.7% -3.9% BELOW
Airlines -0.3% +5.7% +4.6% ABOVE
Hospitality & Travel +4.8% +1.8% -4.1% BELOW
Food & Restaurant -0.7% +0.6% +6.5% ABOVE
Logistics +0.8% +1.6% +15.1% ABOVE
Industrial +0.7% +5.4% +16.3% ABOVE
Cybersecurity +1.2% -2.5% -14.9% BELOW
Chip Equipment -0.9% +8.1% +8.4% ABOVE
Data Center REITs +0.1% +5.1% +7.1% ABOVE
Utilities +1.5% +0.9% +6.7% ABOVE
Energy +0.0% +1.6% +15.5% ABOVE
Defense & Aerospace -0.7% +1.7% +4.2% ABOVE
Telecom +0.9% +0.1% +14.8% ABOVE
Media & Entertainment +1.8% +2.6% -5.8% BELOW
Biotech -3.0% +0.1% +16.7% ABOVE
Materials +1.2% -0.6% +6.6% ABOVE

Sector Strength

Hospitality & Travel +4.8% 20d: -4.1%
MAR +8.5% (20d: +11.3%), BKNG +1.0% (20d: -19.4%) [<50MA]
Media & Entertainment +1.8% 20d: -5.8%
DIS +2.6% (20d: -2.7%) [<50MA], NFLX +0.9% (20d: -9.0%) [<50MA]
Utilities +1.5% 20d: +6.7%
DUK +1.6% (20d: +5.3%), NEE +1.5% (20d: +11.3%), SO +1.5% (20d: +3.6%)
Materials +1.2% 20d: +6.6%
APD +1.5% (20d: +9.2%), LIN +0.9% (20d: +4.0%)
Cybersecurity +1.2% 20d: -14.9%
ZS +2.4% (20d: -19.6%) [<50MA], CRWD +1.3% (20d: -11.7%) [<50MA], PANW -0.3% (20d: -13.3%) [<50MA]

Sector Warnings

Biotech -3.0% 20d: +16.7%
AMGN -3.0% (20d: +12.4%), GILD -2.9% (20d: +20.9%)
Healthcare -1.4% 20d: -11.5% CRITICAL
LLY -1.9% (20d: -4.8%) [<50MA], UNH -0.9% (20d: -18.2%) [<50MA]
Chip Equipment -0.9% 20d: +8.4%
LRCX -1.2% (20d: +5.7%), ASML -1.0% (20d: +11.4%), AMAT -0.5% (20d: +7.9%)
Defense & Aerospace -0.7% 20d: +4.2%
LMT -1.4% (20d: +12.8%), RTX -0.5% (20d: +0.6%), GD -0.4% (20d: -0.8%)
Food & Restaurant -0.7% 20d: +6.5%
SBUX -1.5% (20d: +7.7%), MCD +0.1% (20d: +5.3%)

Sector Deep Dive

The Hospitality & Travel sector saw a significant uptick today, driven by Marriott's (MAR) earnings report. Despite missing EPS estimates, the stock's 8.5% gain to $359.35 showcases investor optimism about future growth in the Bonvoy ecosystem. However, the sector remains below its 50-day moving average, indicating potential volatility in the coming weeks as it recovers from a rough 20-day trend of -4.1%.

In the Infrastructure space, Dell Technologies (DELL) led with a solid 4.2% increase to $126.01 as the company garners attention for its strategic positioning in the chip supply chain. This follows a recent focus on infrastructure investments that have outperformed the broader market, displaying a 12.6% gain over the last 20 days. However, there are concerns as the sector remains below the 50-day moving average, suggesting potential headwinds ahead.

The Enterprise Software sector is experiencing significant pressure, down 19.8% over the past 20 days, with notable laggards like Palantir Technologies (PLTR) falling 2.4% to $139.51 today. This declining trend, coupled with heightened alert counts, raises questions about the sustainability of growth in this space. The sector's inability to maintain momentum above the 50-day moving average could lead to further corrections.

The Healthcare sector is facing challenges, with major players like Eli Lilly (LLY) down 1.9% to $1,025.00 and Gilead Sciences (GILD) down 2.9% to $147.23. The sector has seen a 20-day decline of 11.5%, placing it firmly below its moving average. Investors are advised to monitor this trend closely, as continued underperformance could signal deeper issues within the biotechnology and pharmaceutical segments.

Market Breadth Analysis

US stock market breadth analysis shows 14 of 22 sectors trading above their 50-day moving average, while 8 are below. The majority of sectors holding above the 50-day MA indicates healthy medium-term momentum. With 15 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

Active Alerts

HIGH Enterprise Software down -19.8% over 20 days
HIGH Healthcare down -11.5% over 20 days
HIGH Cybersecurity down -14.9% over 20 days
HIGH 4 sectors declining >5% over 20 days: Enterprise Software, Healthcare, Cybersecurity, Media & Entertainment
MEDIUM AMZN down -15.4% from 20-day high

Stock-Level Detail

Mag 7 (AI Spenders) Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
TSLA $425.21 +1.9% +4.7% -4.9% BELOW 0
MSFT $413.27 -0.1% -0.2% -12.2% BELOW 1
AAPL $273.68 -0.3% -0.9% +4.9% ABOVE 2
NVDA $188.54 -0.8% +8.2% +1.5% ABOVE 1
AMZN $206.96 -0.8% -11.2% -14.7% BELOW 6
META $670.72 -1.0% +0.3% +6.3% ABOVE 1
GOOG $318.63 -1.8% -4.4% -5.3% BELOW 1
Chip Supply Chain Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
TSM $361.91 +1.8% +11.1% +9.3% ABOVE 0
ARM $125.95 +1.1% +20.1% +16.8% ABOVE 0
MRVL $82.01 -0.4% +11.2% -1.3% BELOW 1
AVGO $340.44 -1.0% +10.5% -4.0% BELOW 1
AMD $213.57 -1.1% +6.7% -3.3% BELOW 1
Infrastructure Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
DELL $126.01 +4.2% +3.3% +5.8% ABOVE 0
SMCI $33.33 -0.6% -1.3% +16.5% ABOVE 2
VRT $199.62 -1.2% +9.3% +15.6% ABOVE 1
Enterprise Software Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
NOW $106.48 +2.5% -4.1% -22.9% BELOW 0
CRM $193.45 -0.3% -3.0% -19.8% BELOW 1
ADBE $264.67 -0.8% -5.4% -14.6% BELOW 4
PLTR $139.51 -2.4% -0.0% -22.0% BELOW 1
Finance Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
GS $948.99 +0.6% +3.9% +1.2% ABOVE 0
JPM $318.28 -1.2% +0.3% +2.4% ABOVE 2
Healthcare Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
UNH $273.22 -0.9% -1.0% -18.2% BELOW 2
LLY $1025.00 -1.9% -7.4% -4.8% BELOW 2
Retail & Consulting Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
ACN $240.86 +1.7% -0.3% -13.0% BELOW 0
WMT $126.70 -1.8% -1.0% +5.3% ABOVE 2
Airlines Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
UAL $116.36 +0.1% +6.3% +1.7% ABOVE 0
DAL $74.46 -0.7% +5.1% +7.4% ABOVE 2
Hospitality & Travel Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
MAR $359.35 +8.5% +10.7% +11.3% ABOVE 0
BKNG $4281.14 +1.0% -7.1% -19.4% BELOW 0
Food & Restaurant Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
MCD $325.97 +0.1% +0.7% +5.3% ABOVE 0
SBUX $97.53 -1.5% +0.6% +7.7% ABOVE 2
Logistics Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
FDX $367.95 +0.9% +1.5% +18.8% ABOVE 0
UPS $118.70 +0.7% +1.7% +11.4% ABOVE 0
Industrial Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
HON $243.34 +1.5% +3.4% +15.7% ABOVE 0
CAT $742.37 +0.0% +7.3% +16.9% ABOVE 0
Cybersecurity Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
ZS $174.34 +2.4% -6.2% -19.6% BELOW 0
CRWD $413.39 +1.3% -0.5% -11.7% BELOW 0
PANW $165.51 -0.3% -0.7% -13.3% BELOW 1
Chip Equipment Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
AMAT $329.07 -0.5% +10.6% +7.9% ABOVE 1
ASML $1413.62 -1.0% +5.7% +11.4% ABOVE 1
LRCX $226.61 -1.2% +8.0% +5.7% ABOVE 2
Data Center REITs Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
DLR $172.53 +0.2% +3.4% +7.4% ABOVE 0
EQIX $856.74 -0.1% +6.8% +6.9% ABOVE 1
Utilities Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
DUK $123.64 +1.6% +1.2% +5.3% ABOVE 0
NEE $90.83 +1.5% +1.0% +11.3% ABOVE 0
SO $90.72 +1.5% +0.5% +3.6% ABOVE 0
Energy Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
XOM $151.59 +0.3% +2.7% +19.8% ABOVE 0
CVX $182.26 -0.2% +0.6% +11.2% ABOVE 1
Defense & Aerospace Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
GD $358.83 -0.4% +1.5% -0.8% ABOVE 1
RTX $195.19 -0.5% -0.8% +0.6% ABOVE 2
LMT $629.56 -1.4% +4.4% +12.8% ABOVE 1
Telecom Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
T $27.41 +1.1% +0.7% +17.6% ABOVE 0
TMUS $199.43 +0.9% -1.2% +5.1% ABOVE 0
VZ $47.39 +0.8% +0.8% +21.5% ABOVE 0
Media & Entertainment Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
DIS $109.96 +2.6% +2.7% -2.7% BELOW 0
NFLX $82.21 +0.9% +2.6% -9.0% BELOW 0
Biotech Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
GILD $147.23 -2.9% +0.7% +20.9% ABOVE 2
AMGN $364.65 -3.0% -0.4% +12.4% ABOVE 2
Materials Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
APD $290.77 +1.5% +1.5% +9.2% ABOVE 0
LIN $460.51 +0.9% -2.7% +4.0% ABOVE 0

Key Stock Movers

Today's biggest movers by absolute percentage change: MAR (Hospitality & Travel) rose 8.5% to $359.35. DELL (Infrastructure) rose 4.2% to $126.01. AMGN (Biotech) fell 3.0% to $364.65. GILD (Biotech) fell 2.9% to $147.23. DIS (Media & Entertainment) rose 2.6% to $109.96. These individual stock movements were key drivers of their respective sector performance.

Risk and Opportunity Assessment

On the risk side, 4 high-severity alerts are currently active, signaling significant sector declines that warrant portfolio risk management attention. Consider reducing exposure to affected sectors and tightening stop-loss levels.

US Stock Market Outlook

Looking ahead, the US stock market appears to be at a crossroads, with 14 sectors currently above their 50-day moving averages. While breadth metrics suggest some resilience, the high alert counts in critical sectors like Enterprise Software and Healthcare indicate the need for cautious positioning. Investors should consider reallocating to sectors showing strength, such as Infrastructure and Hospitality, while keeping a close eye on the Magnificent 7 for potential rebound opportunities.

Hypothetical Portfolio

SIMULATION
Value $104,244
P&L +4.24%
Today +0.17%
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