Stock Market News for Oct 2, 2026

U.S. stock markets ended Thursday's volatile session in positive territory as Treasury yields retreated from 24-year highs, boosting investor sentiment. The Dow, Nasdaq, and S&P 500 all gained modestly. Micron Technology reported exceptional fourth-quarter earnings with non-GAAP EPS surging 11-fold year-over-year, driven by strong AI demand and tight memory conditions. Economic data showed manufacturing activity remained in expansion territory while jobless claims fell below expectations.