The technology sector is currently experiencing a significant and persistent sell-off, dragging down major market indices like the Nasdaq Composite and S&P 500 for the second consecutive day. This downturn, particularly pronounced around August 19-20, 2025, has instilled a palpable sense of anxiety among investors, who are re-evaluating growth
A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after the major indices continued to pull back, with technology stocks accounting for most of the market's largest decliners. A key reason for this trend is that much of the recent market gains were concentrated in the "AI trade," which includes these large technology and semiconductor companies. So this could also mean that some investors are locking in some gains ahead of more definitive feedback from the Fed.
A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after investors took some profits off the table as markets awaited signals on future monetary policy from the Federal Reserve's Jackson Hole symposium later in the week.
Unprofitable companies face headwinds as they struggle to keep operating expenses under control.
Some may be investing heavily, but the majority fail to convert spending into sustainable growth.
Large-cap stocks are known for their staying power and ability to weather market storms better than smaller competitors.
However, their sheer size makes it more challenging to maintain high growth rates as they’ve already captured significant portions of their markets.
Competition is heating up for Broadcom in its highly important VMware business. Nutanix stock is worth a look, with AVGO trading near all-time high valuations.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as the undeniable titan of the financial markets, fundamentally reshaping dynamics and capturing the lion's share of investor attention. Since the public unveiling of generative AI models in late 2022, the technology has not only driven significant gains in AI-related stocks but has also introduced
A number of stocks fell in the morning session after the U.S. jobs report for July came in significantly weaker than expected while new widespread import tariffs were announced, sparking fears of a potential economic slowdown. The U.S. economy added only 73,000 jobs, far below estimates, and massive downward revisions to the prior two months painted a much weaker picture of the labor market. This has stoked recession fears, which would directly impact demand for chips used in countless products. Compounding these worries, the White House announced new tariffs, including a 20% levy on imports from Taiwan, a global hub for chip manufacturing. This dual shock of slowing domestic growth and renewed trade friction creates a challenging outlook for the highly cyclical and globally connected semiconductor industry, leading to a broad-based sell-off.
AI chip stocks down as Trump announces tariffs on China and Taiwan. Big tech giants investing billions in AI infrastructure, fueling next industrial revolution.
Broadcom shares just eclipsed $300, with a plethora of positive factors driving a big two-month rally. Investors should keep their eyes on this key risk.
