Top Stock Movers – March 24, 2026
U.S. equities pulled back Tuesday following Monday’s sharp rally, with the Nasdaq Composite (-0.8%), S&P 500 (-0.4%), and Dow Jones Industrial Average (-0.2%) all finishing lower. Investor sentiment remained fragile as geopolitical tensions tied to the Iran conflict continued to drive volatility, while oil prices rebounded strongly.
📈 Top Gainers
Netgear (NTGR) +16%
Netgear led the market surge after U.S. regulators moved to ban imports of foreign-built routers. The decision is seen as a major competitive boost for domestic manufacturers, sending shares sharply higher and back into positive territory for 2026.
Smithfield Foods (SFD) +4–5%
Shares jumped after the company posted stronger-than-expected quarterly earnings, highlighting resilience despite “significant market headwinds.” Solid margins and record profits reinforced investor confidence.
Jefferies Financial Group (JEF) +2–7% intraday
The stock gained following reports that Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group could pursue a takeover. M&A speculation fueled buying interest despite the firm’s weak performance earlier this year.
📉 Top Losers
Estée Lauder (EL) −11%
The biggest S&P 500 decliner, as shares extended losses after confirming discussions to merge with Spain’s Puig Brands. Investor concerns centered on deal uncertainty and execution risks.
The Trade Desk (TTD) −6%
Shares slid after reports of an audit into its billing practices and ongoing scrutiny from major advertising partners. The stock is now near 52-week lows, down over 60% in the past year.
Oracle (ORCL) −4%
Despite a fresh “buy” rating from analysts, the stock fell amid broader tech weakness and ongoing concerns about debt and customer concentration.
Dollar General (DG) −5%
Shares dropped after announcing a CEO transition plan, adding to a difficult year for the retailer, now down roughly 10% in 2026
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