QQQ and SPY rise amid services data and technology headlines

QQQ gained 0.98% and SPY rose 0.87%, leaving QQQ ahead by 0.11 percentage points. The session included stronger-than-expected ISM services activity, softer private-payroll growth, a one-month auto-tariff delay, new Apple hardware, Ukraine-U.S. peace-talk plans, and Marvell results.

Published Sep 13, 2026

QQQ: +0.98%
SPY: +0.87%
QQQ − SPY: +0.11%

What shaped the session

U.S. services and employment data

The February ISM services index reached 53.5 versus 52.5 expected, while private-payroll growth was reported as much weaker than expected.

North American auto tariffs

President Trump delayed tariffs on Ford, GM, and Stellantis vehicles from Canada and Mexico for one month under the USMCA framework.

Technology products and earnings

Apple introduced a lower-priced M4 MacBook Air, while Marvell's adjusted earnings and sales exceeded estimates.

Ukraine-U.S. diplomacy

A top aide to President Zelenskiy said Ukraine and the United States agreed to meet soon after discussing steps toward a just peace.

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