Stocks at midday: Equifax (EFX) leads S&P 500 gainers, +10.12% (October 20, 2026)
U.S. equity markets traded higher at midday on Tuesday, with the S&P 500 up +0.35% to 7,718.01 and the Russell 2000 leading major indices with a +1.57% gain. Market breadth was positive across the S&P 500, showing 385 advancers against 103 decliners. Because the trading session is still active, all prices and percentages remain intraday and can change before the closing bell.
| Ticker | Company | Price ($) | Change | Week to date | Dollar volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EFX | Equifax | 174.61 | +10.12% | +8.29% | $331M |
| HAS | Hasbro | 104.92 | +6.53% | +6.24% | $452M |
| MMM | 3M | 171.50 | +5.86% | +4.10% | $680M |
| CRL | Charles River Laboratories | 315.93 | +5.30% | +5.26% | $123M |
| NOC | Northrop Grumman | 536.92 | +5.14% | +3.28% | $627M |
| BIIB | Biogen | 244.25 | +4.61% | +4.99% | $172M |
| LLY | Lilly (Eli) | 1,296.38 | +4.52% | +3.13% | $2.1B |
| SKYD | Skydance | 7.11 | +4.49% | +2.82% | $66M |
| IT | Gartner | 216.98 | +4.46% | +5.66% | $129M |
| BMY | Bristol Myers Squibb | 61.36 | +4.29% | +2.69% | $286M |
| Ticker | Company | Price ($) | Change | Week to date | Dollar volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GM | General Motors | 76.14 | -7.99% | -9.31% | $796M |
| DVA | DaVita | 175.91 | -5.93% | -6.09% | $141M |
| HWM | Howmet Aerospace | 208.74 | -5.13% | -5.53% | $419M |
| GE | GE Aerospace | 297.30 | -4.49% | -5.27% | $1.5B |
| FIX | Comfort Systems USA | 1,405.00 | -4.03% | -2.37% | $317M |
| BAX | Baxter International | 24.05 | -3.75% | -4.85% | $176M |
| PWR | Quanta Services | 600.19 | -2.95% | -5.01% | $354M |
| LRCX | Lam Research | 264.44 | -2.85% | +0.19% | $873M |
| PH | Parker Hannifin | 941.23 | -2.59% | -2.30% | $214M |
| KLAC | KLA | 162.21 | -2.52% | -2.13% | $703M |
| Market | Last | Change | Week to date |
|---|---|---|---|
| S&P 500 | 7,718.01 | +0.35% | +0.76% |
| Nasdaq | 26,470.46 | +0.15% | +1.26% |
| Dow Jones | 52,463.69 | +0.96% | +0.89% |
| Russell 2000 | 2,771.00 | +1.57% | +1.82% |
| VIX | 17.69 | -4.07% | - |
| 10-year yield (%) | 5.13 | -0.18% | - |
| US Dollar Index | 101.78 | -0.20% | - |
| Gold ($/oz) | 4,142.60 | -0.42% | - |
| WTI crude ($) | 97.96 | -5.50% | - |
| Bitcoin ($) | 82,448.37 | +0.73% | - |
How are major indices and market indicators performing at midday?
All major U.S. stock indices showed gains by the middle of Tuesday's session, led by small caps. The Russell 2000 advanced +1.57% to 2,771.00, the Dow Jones Industrial Average rose +0.96% to 52,463.69, the S&P 500 added +0.35% to 7,718.01, and the Nasdaq rose +0.15% to 26,470.46.
Internal breadth within the S&P 500 universe tilted positive, with 385 constituents posting intraday gains, 103 trading lower, and 15 holding flat. Because these figures reflect intraday trading, final values may shift by the market close.
In macroeconomic indicators, the VIX decreased by -4.07% to 17.69. The 10-year Treasury yield slipped -0.18% to 5.127%, while the US Dollar Index declined -0.20% to 101.781. In commodity and digital asset markets, WTI crude fell -5.50% to 97.96, Gold dropped -0.42% to 4,142.60, and Bitcoin gained +0.73% to 82,448.37.
Which S&P 500 stocks are the biggest midday gainers?
Equifax led the S&P 500 leaderboard at midday with a +10.12% surge to 174.61. Other top performers included Hasbro, gaining +6.53% to 104.92, and 3M, advancing +5.86% to 171.50 on $680.3M in dollar volume.
Several healthcare and industrial names also saw notable upward momentum. Charles River Laboratories rose +5.30% to 315.93, Northrop Grumman gained +5.14% to 536.92, and Biogen traded up +4.61% to 244.25.
Eli Lilly generated significant activity with a +4.52% move to 1,296.38 on over $2.05B in dollar volume. The specific company catalysts behind these moves are not in our data; investors can consult company press releases and SEC filings for detailed corporate updates.
Which stocks are leading the midday declines?
General Motors was the session's largest decliner among constituents, falling -7.99% to 76.14 on $795.8M in dollar volume. DaVita dropped -5.93% to 175.91, and Howmet Aerospace fell -5.13% to 208.74.
Aerospace and industrial peers also experienced selling pressure. GE Aerospace fell -4.49% to 297.30 with dollar volume reaching approximately $1.48B. Comfort Systems USA declined -4.03% to 1,405.00, and Baxter International moved down -3.75% to 24.05.
Semiconductor equipment and equipment manufacturers were also among the notable losers, including Lam Research (-2.85% to 264.44) and KLA (-2.52% to 162.21). Specific operational drivers for these decreases are not provided in our data.
Frequently asked questions
Can these midday prices change before the market close?
Yes. This midday report covers intraday numbers while the session is ongoing. Final closing figures, percentages, and dollar volumes can shift significantly by the end of regular trading.
What drove the sharp movement in General Motors and Equifax?
The underlying reasons for individual stock fluctuations are not contained in our data. Readers may review recent SEC filings and official press releases from the respective companies for direct explanations.
Does strong midday performance predict future gains?
No. Past performance does not guarantee future results, and intraday index or constituent trends should not be treated as forecasts for upcoming sessions.
Bottom line
Broad indices advanced during Tuesday's midday trading, led by small caps and supported by positive market breadth. Commodities such as WTI crude saw notable declines, while several individual equities experienced wide price swings. All figures remain subject to change until the closing bell. Live tables are updated during the session on our stock market page.