U.S. stocks finished broadly higher on Monday, June 29, 2026, with tech leading gains and all major large‑cap benchmarks closing in the green while small caps slipped modestly. Indeed, Wall Street traded in a tight range for much of the day before buyers stepped in, driving a strong close in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq as investors embraced large‑cap growth and AI‑adjacent names. Sentiment improved on headlines that the U.S. and Iran are implementing an interim halt to attacks, even as crude oil’s advance and FX volatility kept macro risks in focus.
- S&P 500 (SPX): 7,440.43, up 86.41 points (+1.18%)
- Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA): 52,182.74, up 306.63 points (+0.59%)
- Nasdaq Composite (IXIC): 25,820.14, up 522.53 points (+2.07%)
- Russell 2000 (RUT): 3,006.98, down 3.11 points (‑0.10%).
Index Performance And Cross‑Asset Moves
Large‑cap U.S. equities: The S&P 500’s 1.18% gain reflected broad strength across mega‑cap tech, communication services, and select consumer names, consistent with investors rotating back into secular growth after last week’s AI‑driven volatility. The Dow’s 0.59% rise underscored a supportive backdrop for blue‑chip industrials and financials, even as the index’s sector mix shifts with Alphabet’s (GOOG, $351.28, +4.96%) arrival.
Nasdaq and small caps: The Nasdaq’s 2.07% surge highlighted renewed appetite for high‑beta growth, software, and semiconductor names, reinforcing the market’s preference for scalable AI and cloud narratives within the current macro. In contrast, the Russell 2000 slipped 0.10%, signaling lingering skepticism around domestically focused cyclicals and smaller balance sheets in an environment of higher input costs and uneven demand.
Global and commodities: A global gauge of stocks rose as risk assets responded positively to the interim U.S.–Iran peace deal, although oil’s climb reminded investors that geopolitical risk can quickly reprice inflation expectations. U.S. crude settled near 70.41 (+1.7%), with Brent around 72.88 (+1.24%), reinforcing the “higher for longer” operating‑cost narrative for energy‑sensitive sectors..
FX and gold: The yen’s slide to a 40‑year low and gold’s trajectory toward its steepest quarterly drop since 2013 captured the ongoing rotation away from traditional havens and into equities and carry trades. This backdrop keeps central‑bank policy paths and cross‑asset correlations front‑and‑center for allocation decisions into the second half of 2026.
Stock And Sector Highlights
Alphabet Inc. (GOOG, GOOGL): Alphabet officially joined the Dow Jones Industrial Average today, replacing Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ), a move S&P Global described as better reflecting “vibrant sectors” of the U.S. economy. The index rebalance may drive incremental passive and benchmark‑aware flows into Alphabet while slightly reducing mechanical demand for Verizon, further tilting the Dow toward digital platforms and cloud‑AI exposure.
Verizon Communications Inc. (VZ) and BT Group plc (BT): Beyond the index change, BT and Verizon advanced a 50‑50 venture covering their international units with about $4 billion in revenue, underscoring the telco industry’s shift from global expansion toward disciplined, locally focused operations. The structure reflects a continued emphasis on capital efficiency and network monetization rather than footprint‑driven growth.
Tesla Inc. (TSLA): Tesla shares recently reclaimed the $400 level, rising roughly 8.46% to $411.84 on June 29 Eastern Time amid optimism around Q2 deliveries and its broader AI and autonomy roadmap. While not the central macro driver today, TSLA’s move illustrates how “AI‑plus‑hardware” narratives remain powerful in attracting risk capital even after bouts of volatility.
Crypto and regulation: Crypto assets traded defensively as Europe’s MiCA implementation and Spain’s securities regulator signaled strict oversight, contributing to a cautious stance in digital assets relative to traditional equities. For listed exchanges and fintech names, regulatory clarity remains a key valuation driver going into H2 2026.
Macroeconomic And Policy Narrative
Geopolitics and energy: Markets are in a “cautious relief” phase as the interim U.S.–Iran peace deal reduces the probability of near‑term escalation but does not fully remove tail risks for oil and shipping routes. Equities can grind higher in this regime, but any deterioration in headlines could quickly reprice both the commodity complex and volatility.
Inflation and growth: The combination of rising crude, a strong equity bid, and weak gold suggests investors are skewing toward a soft‑landing or “slow‑but‑positive” growth narrative rather than stagflation. That said, the underperformance of small caps versus the S&P 500 and Nasdaq points to continued selectivity and a preference for scale, balance‑sheet strength, and pricing power,
Central banks and FX: The yen’s 40‑year low highlights how far the Bank of Japan’s stance remains from more aggressively tightening peers, sustaining lucrative carry structures and influencing global liquidity conditions. Any sign of policy normalization in Japan would be a significant macro catalyst, with implications for risk assets, EM flows, and sector leadership.
VP Watchlist Updates
Amwell® (NYSE: AMWL) a leading provider of a comprehensive SaaS-based software platform for technology-enabled healthcare, closed at $9.30, +1.02%..
Eupraxia Pharmaceuticals Inc. (EPRX, $6.59), a clinical-stage biotechnology company leveraging its proprietary Diffusphere™ technology designed to optimize local, controlled drug delivery for applications with significant unmet need, announced (May 5) the first Eosinophilic Esophagitis Endoscopic Reference Score (EREFS) data from its ongoing Phase 1b/2a part of the RESOLVE trial evaluating EP-104GI for the treatment of eosinophilic esophagitis (“EoE”). These data were also presented at the ongoing Digestive Disease Week (“DDW”) conference in Chicago. “The EREFS is an important, validated visual index of severity of EoE disease in the esophagus of patients. It measures edema, rings and strictures and other visible markers of disease often associated with symptoms. Today’s data demonstrated improvement in two key outcomes with EP-104GI in the treatment of EoE: first, that a full injection protocol of 20 injections resulted in more pronounced improvement than a protocol with fewer injections and less coverage area within the esophagus; second, with the higher number of injections, a consistent response in both the inflammatory and fibrotic sub scores of EREFS was observed,” said Dr. James A. Helliwell, Chief Executive Officer of Eupraxia. “This EREFS data being reported at DDW is consistent with the improvements we have seen in EoE symptoms and tissue health (EoEHSS) and suggests improvement in inflammation, fibrosis and the associated narrowing of the esophagus.”
Modular Medical, Inc. (NASDAQ: MODD, $4.88), a leader in innovative, patient-centric insulin delivery, announced ( June 26) that the Pivot™ tubeless insulin patch pump is now shipping to physician offices for training. Upon completion of training, these pumps will be presented to potential patients in the next few days and weeks. The Company intends to expand the roster of practices that offer Pivot over the coming months. This is another significant milestone in the deployment of Pivot. Modular Medical looks forward to updating the market when these first patients are using the pump to deliver insulin. The Pivot pump is purpose-built for adults with diabetes on daily injections who have faced cost, complexity, and usability barriers with traditional pump systems. This group represents an estimated 70% of insulin-dependent adults who remain on multiple daily injections, a multi-billion-dollar opportunity within the diabetes technology market.
MODD announced (June 24) that the Pivot™ tubeless insulin patch pump is now commercially available. This marks the start of real-world patient use, and the Company’s transition to a commercial-stage medical device company. As only the second fully electronic, tubeless insulin pump available in the United States, Pivot is designed to make pump therapy simpler to learn and easier to live with. Its removable two-part design and 3 mL reservoir, intuitive interface, and flexible, wearable form factor support everyday activities, such as showering and sports, with no battery recharging required – all while maintaining clinical accuracy and connectivity. “Reaching commercial availability is a transformational milestone that marks Modular Medical’s transition from a development-stage company to a revenue-generating commercial business,” said Jeb Besser, Chief Executive Officer of Modular Medical. “As only the second fully electronic tubeless pump on the U.S. market, Pivot is positioned to serve a large, underserved ‘almost-pumper’ population. With first shipments beginning this week, we are focused on disciplined execution, as we scale adoption and seek to build long-term value for patients and shareholders.”
On (June 4) the launch of PivotPump.com, a patient-focused website designed to support individuals seeking a simpler path to insulin pump therapy. This launch follows the Company’s receipt of U.S. Food and Drug Administration (“FDA”) clearance in April 2026 for its Pivot™ insulin delivery system. The FDA clearance represents a significant milestone in Modular Medical’s strategy to expand access to insulin pump technology, particularly among individuals historically underserved by existing solutions. The Company remains on track for commercial launch in the fall of 2026. Pivot is designed for people living with diabetes who rely on daily insulin injections, as well as those who have encountered technological, usability, or cost-related barriers with traditional pump systems. The system emphasizes simplicity and ease of use for the patient and full access to clinical information for the clinician to reduce adoption friction. The PivotPump.com website provides accessible, educational content on insulin pump therapy and highlights the Company’s focus on real-world usability and supporting patients in evaluating and adopting pump-based diabetes care.
Similarweb Ltd. (NYSE: SMWB, $6.18, +10.36%), a leading digital data and analytics company powering critical business decisions, announced (June 15) that it has surpassed $300 million in Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) and signed two multi-year enterprise contracts, each representing seven-figure ARR commitments. Collectively, these contracts represent approximately $47 million in Total Contract Value to be recognized over the next three years and were signed during the second quarter of 2026.
NVIDIA (NVDA) closes at $194.97, +1.27%.
Rocket Lab Corporation (Nasdaq: RKLB, $97.95, +15.86%), a global leader in launch and space systems and Iridium Communications Inc. (Nasdaq: IRDM, $54.59, +25.44%) a leading provider of global voice, data, and positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) satellite services, today announced they have entered into a definitive agreement under which Rocket Lab will acquire Iridium. Rocket Lab will acquire all the outstanding shares of Iridium common stock for $54 per share in a cash and stock transaction. This represents an enterprise value for Iridium of approximately $8.0 billion.
The InterGroup Corporation (NASDAQ: INTG), a diversified holding company with interests in hospitality, real estate, and marketable securities. InterGroup consolidates its majority‑owned subsidiary Portsmouth Square, Inc., which owns the Hilton San Francisco Financial District hotel and related facilities, closed at $48.92, +5.75%.
The Sources
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- Yahoo Finance – “Stock market today: Monday, June 29”
https://finance.yahoo.com/markets/stocks/live/stock-market-today-monday-june-29-224230573.html - CNBC – “Stock futures today, live updates” (June 28–29, 2026)
https://www.cnbc.com/2026/06/28/stock-futures-today-live-updates.html - CNBC – “Stock market today: live updates” (June 29, 2026)
https://www.cnbc.com/2026/06/29/stock-market-today-live-updates.html - Yahoo Finance Video – “Alphabet joins Dow, Verizon & BT strike venture”
https://finance.yahoo.com/video/alphabet-joins-dow-verizon-bt-193230190.html - Reuters – “Breakingviews: BT–Verizon deal puts global telco ghosts to bed”
https://www.reuters.com/commentary/breakingviews/bt-verizon-deal-puts-global-telco-ghosts-bed-2026-06-29/ - Reuters – “Stocks adrift, oil up as US–Iran halt renewed attacks”
https://www.reuters.com/world/china/global-markets-wrapup-1-pix-2026-06-29/ - TradingKey – “Tesla Stock Rises 5% to Reclaim $400 Mark…”
https://www.tradingkey.com/analysis/stocks/us-stocks/261998552-tesla-q2-delivery-exceeded-expectations-robotaxi-optimus-xai-grok - InvestingNews – “Crypto News: Binance Halts EU Ops After MiCA Setback”
https://investingnews.com/cryptocurrency-market-recap/ - WSJ – “Alphabet, Google’s Parent, Is Joining the Dow”
https://www.wsj.com/livecoverage/stock-market-today-dow-sp-500-nasdaq-06-23-2026/card/alphabet-google-s-parent-is-joining-the-do
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