Dow (DJI) Jumps 452 Points Amid Bond Yields Retreat on May 20, 2026

On May 20, 2026, the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJI) rose 452 points, or 0.9%, driven by a decline in oil prices and anticipation of Nvidia's (NVDA) earnings report. The S&P 500 increased by 0.9%, while the Nasdaq Composite gained 1.3%. West Texas Intermediate futures fell 4% to approximately $99 per barrel, with Brent crude down 5% to around $105. In addition, the 10-year Treasury yield declined by 9 basis points, and the 30-year yield decreased by 7 basis points, which may ease investor concerns over inflation.