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Archived · 20 August 2026
Equities · DJI
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40% bullish — 40% of the articles that took a side on Dow Jones argued Dow Jones higher, articles published 13–19 August.
Dow Jones · 40% bullish. 40% of the articles that took a side on Dow Jones argued Dow Jones higher, articles published 13–19 August.
| Date | Bullish share (%) |
|---|---|
| 2026-08-14 | 57 |
| 2026-08-15 | 51 |
| 2026-08-16 | 50 |
| 2026-08-17 | 51 |
| 2026-08-18 | 51 |
| 2026-08-19 | 35 |
| 2026-08-20 | 40 |
| Date | Bullish share (%) |
|---|---|
| 2026-07-22 | 50 |
| 2026-07-23 | 42 |
| 2026-07-24 | 36 |
| 2026-07-25 | 45 |
| 2026-07-26 | 47 |
| 2026-07-27 | 47 |
| 2026-07-28 | 60 |
| 2026-07-29 | 54 |
| 2026-07-30 | 46 |
| 2026-07-31 | 63 |
| 2026-08-01 | 69 |
| 2026-08-02 | 70 |
| 2026-08-03 | 71 |
| 2026-08-04 | 72 |
| 2026-08-05 | 76 |
| 2026-08-06 | 95 |
| 2026-08-07 | 91 |
| 2026-08-08 | 88 |
| 2026-08-09 | 87 |
| 2026-08-10 | 86 |
| 2026-08-11 | 78 |
| 2026-08-12 | 64 |
| 2026-08-13 | 47 |
| 2026-08-14 | 57 |
| 2026-08-15 | 51 |
| 2026-08-16 | 50 |
| 2026-08-17 | 51 |
| 2026-08-18 | 51 |
| 2026-08-19 | 35 |
| 2026-08-20 | 40 |
Each point measures the previous seven days of directional articles. It describes coverage, not the probability of a rise in the Dow’s price.Articles published from 13 to 19 August, scored the following mornings.
What mattered · 20 August 2026
The Dow Jones had a rough few days but bounced back today — though the mood is still more cautious than confident after a tough stretch this week.
What changed
Little changed: the largest arguments on both sides led yesterday too.
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How the Dow’s narratives are evolving
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Featured
2 featured narratives · Selected highlights across the lifecycle
Dow 53K All-Time High
Share of coverage
16%
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bullish
In short
The Dow Jones is breaking to new all-time highs, signaling strength in large-cap equities
Walmart Boeing Dragging Dow Down
Share of coverage
16%
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bearish
In short
The decline in Walmart and Boeing is contributing to downward pressure on the Dow Jones Industrial Average.
Emerging
No emerging narratives for Dow Jones in this edition.
Accelerating
No accelerating narratives for Dow Jones in this edition.
Fading
1 fading narrative · Losing attention
Oil Yields Equity Headwinds
Share of coverage
—
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bearish
In short
Rising oil prices and bond yields create headwinds for equities
Steady
3 steady narratives · Holding a steady share of attention
Dow 53K All-Time High
Share of coverage
16%
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bullish
In short
The Dow Jones is breaking to new all-time highs, signaling strength in large-cap equities
Walmart Boeing Dragging Dow Down
Share of coverage
16%
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bearish
In short
The decline in Walmart and Boeing is contributing to downward pressure on the Dow Jones Industrial Average.
Dow Jones Early Session Momentum
Share of coverage
—
Past 3 days
Sentiment
Bullish
In short
Early positive momentum at market open suggests cautiously optimistic sentiment among market participants
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