All articles tagged with #tech sell off
Nvidia, Micron, and AMD led a tech-sector sell-off as investors shifted to risk-off after hawkish signals from the Fed, with the XLK down about 2% and Nvidia off more than 4% while Micron tumbled about 13% ahead of its earnings; Alphabet also fell closer to 1%, and other AI-related names joined the retreat as the AI trade cools and tech leadership faces renewed selling pressure.
US stocks finished sharply lower as a tech-led sell-off and fears of Federal Reserve rate hikes overshadowed a better-than-expected May jobs report (172,000 jobs). The Nasdaq slumped about 4%, with AI/tech names such as Nvidia, Alphabet, and Meta weighing most on the indexes, while Broadcom and Micron also fell. The S&P 500 dropped roughly 2–3% and the Dow declined around 1%, pushing yields higher and the dollar stronger. Oil prices fell amid ongoing Middle East tensions and a lack of progress on supply, signaling continued market volatility despite resilient economic data.
US stocks declined sharply, led by a tech sell-off and concerns over an AI bubble, with major indices on track for a tough week amid bearish consumer sentiment and geopolitical uncertainties. Tesla's CEO Elon Musk received a $1 trillion pay package, while broader market worries include high valuations in Big Tech, delayed economic data, and global economic tensions.
Asian stocks mostly remained flat or declined, with technology shares falling sharply due to weak U.S. and regional cues, including profit-taking and concerns over U.S. interest rate hikes. Japan's markets declined further from record highs amid disappointing trade data, while Chinese stocks gained on stable interest rates and positive trade prospects. The overall sentiment was influenced by global economic data, U.S.-China relations, and geopolitical developments.
The article discusses strategies for using options to manage risk while investing in Alphabet during a tech sector sell-off, focusing on how to play the pullback effectively.
The Dow Jones Industrial Average showed positive action while the S&P 500 fell below a key level, with the Nasdaq suffering the deepest losses. Bitcoin held near $64,000 ahead of its halving event. American Express rebounded, while Netflix triggered a sell signal and Intuitive Surgical soared. Tesla's earnings are due, and Nvidia, Amazon, and Meta Platforms broke key support levels. Super Micro Computer plunged, and fewer stocks are making new highs, signaling a market under pressure.
US stocks tumbled on Friday, driven by a tech sell-off and mixed jobs data. The Nasdaq fell over 1% after hitting a record high, with Nvidia leading the decline. The jobs report showed strong job growth but also signs of a cooling economy, potentially signaling rate cuts. All eyes are on the upcoming consumer price index report for further insights. In commodities, oil prices fell, gold rose, and Bitcoin saw an increase.