S&P 500 Top Stock Gainers Today, 7/28/26
Complete. Here is the key summaryThe S&P 500 closed higher on July 28, 2026, driven by gains in the healthcare sector, which outperformed due to strong earnings from IQVIA and Incyte. Conversely, the energy sector suffered the largest drawdown as oil prices fell amid easing U.S.-Iran tensions and hopes for the Strait of Hormuz's reopening. AI stocks also experienced a selloff.
The S&P 500 (SPX) closed higher on Tuesday as oil prices continued to fall alongside a selloff in AI stocks.
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Let's break down the sectors behind the performance.
Today's Top-Performing Sector
Healthcare was the top-performing sector, led by a sharp rise in IQVIA (IQV). IQV was the top performer in the S&P 500 after reporting a double-beat on its second-quarter revenue and adjusted EPS. In addition, Incyte (INCY) reported a double-beat as well and raised its 2026 sales guidance for its Jakafi and Opzelura drugs. The results helped boost sentiment across the entire sector.
Several healthcare stocks led the sector's gains, including:
- IQVIA (IQV)
- Incyte (INCY)
- Solventum (SOLV)
- HCA (HCA)
- Charles River Laboratories (CRL)
Today's Worst-Performing Sector
Meanwhile, the energy sector faced the largest drawdown as Brent crude oil (BZ) continued to fall on easing U.S.-Iran tensions. The two sides have ceased attacks on each other, leading to hope that the Strait of Hormuz could see a timelier reopening. Lower oil prices pressured energy stocks by reducing expectations for future revenue and earnings growth.
Notable energy stocks trading lower include:
- Baker Hughes (BKR)
- SLB (SLB)
- Halliburton (HAL)
- Diamondback Energy (FANG)
- Expand Energy (EXE)