Financial Summary: Tuesday, February 10, 2026

U.S. stocks closed higher, with the Nasdaq leading gains and the Dow reaching a new record, driven by a recovery in tech stocks.

The Indian stock market continued its upward trend, with the Nifty 50 index rising significantly and several large-cap stocks hitting 52-week highs.

Japanese markets reached a new record high as the Nikkei index surged, reflecting strong investor sentiment.

Gold prices declined after a recent surge, indicating a technical correction, while gold ETFs saw inflows surpassing equity funds for the first time.

Bitcoin experienced a significant sell-off, attributed to a four-year cycle, impacting related financial instruments.

U.S. natural gas futures declined after initial gains, influenced by warmer weather forecasts.

Financial stocks, including major brokerages, fell sharply following the introduction of a new AI tax planning tool.

Howard Lutnick disclosed his visit to Jeffrey Epstein's island in 2012, prompting scrutiny over his ties to the convicted sex offender.

The EPA plans to revoke the crucial 'endangerment finding', impacting regulations on greenhouse gases and public health protections.

Mubadala Capital and TWG Global have agreed to acquire Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings for $6.2 billion.