Closing Bell Closing Bell: The Resumption of Risk-On 2/18/26
Feb 18, 2026
They debate whether the current risk-on market can keep running, with takes on earnings, positioning and sector rotation. Technical breakouts in restaurants, casinos and airlines get a close look. A new radar-based smart basketball console and its privacy-first AI are explored. Panelists weigh NVIDIA, consumer strength, Fed minutes and stock movers shaping the market close.
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Earnings Could Reanchor The Market
- Tom Lee argues stocks can climb toward 7,300 driven by reanchoring to solid earnings and reduced risk positioning.
- He points to software, MAG-7 rotation, and crypto drawdowns as potential catalysts for the rally.
Consumer Strength Hides Beneath Weak Sentiment
- Jonathan Krinsky highlights breadth in consumer discretionary with restaurants, casinos, and airlines breaking patterns.
- He believes that is evidence the consumer is stronger than sentiment surveys imply and can help lift the index.
Watch Rates, Housing, And Semis
- Stephanie Link recommends watching rates and housing as reasons consumer discretionary is broadening.
- She suggests semiconductors and software stability are required for the S&P to clear 7,000.