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NASDAQ 100 Weekly Market Pulse (May 18-22, 2026)
The NASDAQ 100 Weekly Market Pulse delivers a comprehensive overview of index performance, sector rotation, and stock-level movers within the technology-heavy NASDAQ 100 universe. This analysis tracks weekly index movement, sector gainers and losers, top advancing and declining stocks, and institutional trading trends, helping investors understand market momentum and risk appetite. By covering key technology segments such as semiconductors, software, industrial machinery, electronic components, and consumer technology, alongside influential stocks like Intel (INTC), AMD, Lam Research (LRCX), Micron (MU), and NVIDIA-linked peers, this page serves as a reliable reference for identifying short-term trends, sector leadership, and long-term growth opportunities in U.S. equity markets. The dashboard supports informed decision-making for traders, long-term investors, and analysts monitoring innovation-driven market cycles.
NASDAQ 100 Weekly Market Overview (2026-05-18 - 2026-05-21)
The NASDAQ 100 index edged higher by 232.07 points (+0.80%) this week, opening at 29,125.20 and closing at 29,357.27, reflecting positive sentiment in technology and growth stocks. Market sentiment was mixed with selective buying in quality tech names. Leading technology gainers included ARM (+42.48%), QCOM (+16.95%), MRVL (+16.22%), showcasing innovation-driven momentum. On the downside, INTU (-20.64%), WMT (-9.80%), TTWO (-6.03%) faced profit-taking after recent rallies. Sector leadership came from Broadcasting & Communications Equipment and Electric Utilities, highlighting areas of technological advancement. Market participation was balanced between growth and value segments. Trading volumes suggested institutional repositioning ahead of key earnings reports.
Market Context: This weekly analysis provides insights into NASDAQ 100 performance, technology sector rotation, and growth stock leaders to inform your investment decisions in the tech-heavy index.
📈 NASDAQ 100 Weekly Index Movement
| Date | NASDAQ 100 Close | Point Change | Daily Return % | Point Change From Start | Cumulative Return % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-15 | 29,125.20 | 0.00 | 0.00% | 0.00 | 0.00% |
| 2026-05-18 | 28,994.37 | -130.83 | -0.45% | -130.83 | -0.45% |
| 2026-05-19 | 28,818.84 | -175.53 | -0.61% | -306.36 | -1.05% |
| 2026-05-20 | 29,297.70 | +478.86 | +1.66% | +172.50 | +0.59% |
| 2026-05-21 | 29,357.27 | +59.57 | +0.20% | +232.07 | +0.80% |
📊 NASDAQ 100 Index Weekly Performance Chart
Visual analysis of NASDAQ 100 index fluctuations throughout the trading week
📈 Data Source: NASDAQ 100 Market Data • 📅 Generated: May 27, 2026 • 🔄 Updated: 01:43 UTC
🏆 NASDAQ 100 Weekly Sector Gainers
The Broadcasting & Communications Equipment sector led the gainers this week with a +16.9500% gain. Complete sector performance is detailed in the table below.
| Sector | Weekly Return (%) |
|---|---|
| Broadcasting & Communications Equipment | +16.95% |
| Electric Utilities | +12.24% |
| Clothing/Shoe/Accessory Stores | +11.24% |
| Medical/Dental Instruments | +10.77% |
| Industrial Machinery | +10.38% |
| Electronic Components | +8.43% |
| Semiconductors | +8.03% |
| Computer Peripheral Equipment | +5.56% |
| Aerospace | +4.92% |
| Power Generation | +4.48% |
| Medical Electronics | +4.42% |
| Automobiles & Parts | +3.91% |
| Transportation Services | +3.86% |
| Computer Manufacturing | +3.69% |
| Trucking Freight/Courier Services | +3.11% |
| Electric Utilities | +3.06% |
| Hotels/Resorts | +2.78% |
| Catalog/Specialty Distribution | +2.75% |
| Real Estate | +2.26% |
| Biotechnology | +2.06% |
| Cable & Other Pay Television Services | +1.96% |
| Major Chemicals | +1.32% |
| Computer Communications Equipment | +1.29% |
| Retail | +1.05% |
| Packaged Foods | +1.03% |
| EDP Services | +0.90% |
| Military, Government, Technical | +0.43% |
| Telecommunications Service Providers | +0.43% |
| Diversified Commercial Services | +0.34% |
| Auto & Home Supply Stores | 0.00% |
🏆 NASDAQ 100 Weekly Sector Gainers Chart
Sector-wise performance analysis showing weekly market leaders
📈 Data Source: NASDAQ 100 Market Data • 📅 Generated: May 27, 2026 • 🔄 Updated: 01:43 UTC
🏭 NASDAQ 100 Weekly Sector Losers
The Department/Specialty Retail Stores sector led the decliners this week with a -7.1400% loss. Complete sector performance is detailed in the table below.
| Sector | Weekly Return (%) |
|---|---|
| Department/Specialty Retail Stores | -7.14% |
| Ordnance & Accessories | -3.35% |
| Restaurants | -3.27% |
| Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation Services | -3.03% |
| Oil & Gas Production | -2.39% |
| Motor Vehicles | -2.09% |
| Railroads | -1.47% |
| Computer Software | -1.22% |
| Consumer Electronics | -1.17% |
| Garments & Clothing | -0.91% |
| Industrial Specialties | -0.41% |
| Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation Services | -0.26% |
| Oil Equipment & Services | -0.22% |
| Construction & Materials | -0.14% |
| Beverages | -0.04% |
🏭 NASDAQ 100 Weekly Sector Losers Chart
Sector analysis highlighting areas of weekly weakness in the market
📈 Data Source: NASDAQ 100 Market Data • 📅 Generated: May 27, 2026 • 🔄 Updated: 01:43 UTC
📈 NASDAQ 100 Weekly Top 10 Gainers
ARM led the gainers this week with a +42.48% increase. The Semiconductors sector was most represented with 4 entries. Average gain among top performers was +15.36%.
| Ticker | Sector | Weekly Return (%) |
|---|---|---|
| ARM | Semiconductors | +42.48% |
| QCOM | Broadcasting & Communications Equipment | +16.95% |
| MRVL | Semiconductors | +16.22% |
| CEG | Electric Utilities | +12.24% |
| ROST | Clothing/Shoe/Accessory Stores | +11.24% |
| AMD | Semiconductors | +11.05% |
| SNDK | Electronic Components | +10.93% |
| ASML | Industrial Machinery | +10.90% |
| INTC | Semiconductors | +10.79% |
| DXCM | Medical/Dental Instruments | +10.77% |
📈 NASDAQ 100 Weekly Top 10 Gainers Chart
Performance comparison of stocks with highest weekly returns in NASDAQ 100
📈 Data Source: NASDAQ 100 Market Data • 📅 Generated: May 27, 2026 • 🔄 Updated: 01:43 UTC
📉 NASDAQ 100 Weekly Top 10 Losers
INTU led the losers this week with a -20.64% decline. The Computer Software sector was most represented with 6 entries. Average loss among top performers was 6.70%.
| Ticker | Sector | Weekly Return (%) |
|---|---|---|
| INTU | Computer Software | -20.64% |
| WMT | Department/Specialty Retail Stores | -9.80% |
| TTWO | Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation Services | -6.03% |
| ADI | Semiconductors | -5.14% |
| TRI | Computer Software | -4.60% |
| TEAM | Computer Software | -4.49% |
| COST | Department/Specialty Retail Stores | -4.48% |
| ADBE | Computer Software | -4.26% |
| MSTR | Computer Software | -4.04% |
| GOOGL | Computer Software | -3.52% |
📉 NASDAQ 100 Weekly Top 10 Losers Chart
Analysis of NASDAQ 100 stocks facing maximum weekly decline
📈 Data Source: NASDAQ 100 Market Data • 📅 Generated: May 27, 2026 • 🔄 Updated: 01:43 UTC
📊 NASDAQ 100 P/E Ratio Analysis
This week's NASDAQ 100 P/E ratio analysis reveals the premium investors place on growth versus value. High P/E stocks (avg: 305.1x) cluster in Technology, reflecting expectations for rapid earnings expansion and disruptive potential. Low P/E stocks (avg: 11.3x) concentrate in Communication Services, representing mature tech segments or turnaround opportunities. Notably, INTC commands the highest multiple, while CMCSA offers the most conservative valuation. This divergence highlights the NASDAQ 100's unique blend of hyper-growth and steady-state technology businesses.
Highest P/E Ratios
| Ticker | Sector | Industry | Pe ratio | Weekly close | Weekly change | Market cap formatted | Report period | Report date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| INTC | Technology | Semiconductors | 782.7x | 119.84 | +5.58% | $224.00B | 2026-05-18 to 2026-05-22 | 2026-05-23 |
| MCHP | Technology | Semiconductors | 450.4x | 93.43 | -2.49% | $40.37B | 2026-05-18 to 2026-05-22 | 2026-05-23 |
| PLTR | Technology | Software - Infrastructure | 407.0x | 136.88 | +3.30% | $407.47B | 2026-05-18 to 2026-05-22 | 2026-05-23 |
| DDOG | Technology | Software - Application | 383.9x | 222.32 | +8.98% | $41.74B | 2026-05-18 to 2026-05-22 | 2026-05-23 |
| TSLA | Consumer Cyclical | Auto Manufacturers | 301.7x | 426.01 | +1.59% | $1455.05B | 2026-05-18 to 2026-05-22 | 2026-05-23 |
| AXON | Industrials | Aerospace & Defense | 199.4x | 386.00 | -1.78% | $50.53B | 2026-05-18 to 2026-05-22 | 2026-05-23 |
| WBD | Communication Services | Entertainment | 150.4x | 27.03 | +0.20% | $70.86B | 2026-05-18 to 2026-05-22 | 2026-05-23 |
| ARM | Technology | Semiconductors | 135.6x | 306.51 | +46.24% | $112.23B | 2026-05-18 to 2026-05-22 | 2026-05-23 |
| AMD | Technology | Semiconductors | 121.4x | 467.51 | +9.07% | $377.43B | 2026-05-18 to 2026-05-22 | 2026-05-23 |
| PANW | Technology | Software - Infrastructure | 118.8x | 260.58 | +9.07% | $130.80B | 2026-05-18 to 2026-05-22 | 2026-05-23 |
Lowest P/E Ratios
| Ticker | Sector | Industry | Pe ratio | Weekly close | Weekly change | Market cap formatted | Report period | Report date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CMCSA | Communication Services | Telecom Services | 4.6x | 25.21 | +1.98% | $109.64B | 2026-05-18 to 2026-05-22 | 2026-05-23 |
| CHTR | Communication Services | Telecom Services | 5.3x | 145.15 | +3.69% | $25.92B | 2026-05-18 to 2026-05-22 | 2026-05-23 |
| MSTR | Technology | Software - Application | 7.1x | 159.89 | -5.49% | $50.26B | 2026-05-18 to 2026-05-22 | 2026-05-23 |
| FANG | Energy | Oil & Gas E&P | 10.6x | 200.71 | -1.05% | $43.79B | 2026-05-18 to 2026-05-22 | 2026-05-23 |
| PDD | Consumer Cyclical | Internet Retail | 10.8x | 94.52 | -1.38% | $151.56B | 2026-05-18 to 2026-05-22 | 2026-05-23 |
| PYPL | Financial Services | Credit Services | 11.4x | 44.23 | -0.09% | $54.35B | 2026-05-18 to 2026-05-22 | 2026-05-23 |
| FER | Industrials | Engineering & Construction | 12.3x | 67.48 | +0.07% | $48.78B | 2026-05-18 to 2026-05-22 | 2026-05-23 |
| EXC | Utilities | Utilities - Regulated Electric | 16.0x | 46.23 | +6.13% | $45.18B | 2026-05-18 to 2026-05-22 | 2026-05-23 |
| GEHC | Healthcare | Medical Devices | 16.9x | 64.23 | +5.30% | $37.32B | 2026-05-18 to 2026-05-22 | 2026-05-23 |
| AEP | Utilities | Utilities - Regulated Electric | 17.6x | 131.59 | +4.49% | $64.21B | 2026-05-18 to 2026-05-22 | 2026-05-23 |
Highest P/E Ratio Visualization
📈 NASDAQ 100 Highest P/E Ratios Visualization
Analysis of growth stocks trading at premium valuations in the technology-focused index
📊 P/E Ratio Analysis • 📅 Generated: May 27, 2026 • 🔄 Updated: 01:43 UTC
Lowest P/E Ratio Visualization
📉 NASDAQ 100 Lowest P/E Ratios Visualization
Value-oriented tech stocks analysis highlighting conservative earnings multiples
📊 P/E Ratio Analysis • 📅 Generated: May 27, 2026 • 🔄 Updated: 01:43 UTC
⚡ NASDAQ 100 Turnover Leaders
🔥 NASDAQ 100 trading activity reached intense levels this week! NVDA dominated with $14,657B in turnover, closely followed by NVDA, MU, TSLA as technology investors aggressively repositioned. The Technology sector led with 6 of the top 10 spots, showcasing where institutional capital is most active in the tech-heavy index. Average turnover across leaders reached $6,792.3 billion, signaling exceptional liquidity that supports large tech allocations but also indicates potential volatility ahead. High turnover in growth-oriented tech names often precedes significant price discovery as earnings expectations are tested.
| Ticker | Sector | Industry | Weekly turnover | Turnover formatted | Weekly volume | Weekly close | Weekly change | Market cap formatted | Report period | Report date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NVDA | Technology | Semiconductors | $14.66T | $14657.14B | 66,227,503,412.00 | 215.33 | -6.30% | $4534.14B | 2026-05-18 to 2026-05-22 | 2026-05-23 |
| MU | Technology | Semiconductors | $14.03T | $14033.06B | 19,477,728,870.00 | 751.00 | +0.07% | $408.28B | 2026-05-18 to 2026-05-22 | 2026-05-23 |
| TSLA | Consumer Cyclical | Auto Manufacturers | $7.54T | $7538.75B | 18,192,790,710.00 | 426.01 | +1.59% | $1455.05B | 2026-05-18 to 2026-05-22 | 2026-05-23 |
| INTC | Technology | Semiconductors | $5.77T | $5767.25B | 50,509,709,074.00 | 119.84 | +5.58% | $224.00B | 2026-05-18 to 2026-05-22 | 2026-05-23 |
| AMD | Technology | Semiconductors | $5.63T | $5631.67B | 12,853,440,383.00 | 467.51 | +9.07% | $377.43B | 2026-05-18 to 2026-05-22 | 2026-05-23 |
| MSFT | Technology | Software - Infrastructure | $4.79T | $4786.50B | 11,383,474,427.00 | 418.57 | +0.59% | $3418.22B | 2026-05-18 to 2026-05-22 | 2026-05-23 |
| AAPL | Technology | Consumer Electronics | $4.63T | $4631.43B | 15,319,234,203.00 | 308.82 | +2.86% | $3775.80B | 2026-05-18 to 2026-05-22 | 2026-05-23 |
| GOOGL | Communication Services | Internet Content & Information | $4.38T | $4376.66B | 11,209,842,855.00 | 382.97 | -3.25% | $3997.00B | 2026-05-18 to 2026-05-22 | 2026-05-23 |
| AMZN | Consumer Cyclical | Internet Retail | $3.60T | $3599.68B | 13,633,508,740.00 | 266.32 | +0.93% | $2556.24B | 2026-05-18 to 2026-05-22 | 2026-05-23 |
| META | Communication Services | Internet Content & Information | $2.90T | $2901.21B | 4,780,697,561.00 | 610.26 | +0.17% | $1563.36B | 2026-05-18 to 2026-05-22 | 2026-05-23 |
Weekly Performance Visualization
Graphical representation of weekly market data
📈 Data Source: NASDAQ 100 Market Data • 📅 Generated: May 27, 2026 • 🔄 Updated: 01:43 UTC
📋 NASDAQ 100 Weekly Summary & Investor Takeaways (2026-05-18 - 2026-05-21)
📊 Weekly Performance Snapshot
- NASDAQ 100 Weekly Return: +0.80%
- NASDAQ 100 Opening: 29,125.20
- NASDAQ 100 Closing: 29,357.27
- Top Gainer: ARM (+42.48%)
- Average Top 10 Gain: +15.36%
- Top Loser: INTU (-20.64%)
- Average Top 10 Loss: -6.70%
- Best Performing Sector: Broadcasting & Communications Equipment (+16.9500%)
- Worst Performing Sector: Department/Specialty Retail Stores (-7.1400%)
🎯 Key Market Observations
Consolidation Phase: NASDAQ 100 showed healthy consolidation after recent moves. Sector Concentration: Semiconductors dominated with 4 stocks in top 10, indicating focused institutional interest.
💡 Investor Takeaways & Strategic Insights
- Growth Focus: NASDAQ 100 is technology-heavy - focus on companies with sustainable growth, strong moats, and innovation pipelines. Monitor earnings quality and guidance.
- Sector Rotation: Be aware of rotation between technology sub-sectors (software, semiconductors, internet). Consider thematic exposure to emerging tech trends.
- Volatility Management: NASDAQ 100 is more volatile than broader indices. Use appropriate position sizing, consider options for hedging, and maintain cash for opportunities.
- Earnings Sensitivity: Tech stocks are highly sensitive to earnings reports. Focus on companies with consistent execution and positive guidance revisions.
- Long-term Themes: Align with secular trends like cloud computing, AI, digital transformation, and cybersecurity while being selective on valuations.
Disclaimer: This analysis is for informational purposes only. NASDAQ 100 is technology-heavy and more volatile than broader indices. Past performance does not guarantee future results. Always conduct your own research and consult with financial advisors before making investment decisions.
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The NASDAQ 100 index edged higher by 232.07 points (+0.80%) this week, reflecting positive sentiment in the technology-heavy index.