AI MARKET CONCERNS
AI's biggest risk lies in concentration of capital and power, warns NITI Aayog's Debjani Ghosh
Debjani Ghosh highlighted the systemic risks posed by the concentration of funding in the AI sector. She warned that circular financing complicates the ability to discern genuine market demand. Ghosh emphasised the importance of fostering a competitive and diverse AI ecosystem to promote resilience.
Chinese AI stocks, hardware suppliers slide as Nvidia CEO exit fuels US-China chip fears
Chinese AI and semiconductor stocks decline amid concerns over Nvidia leadership changes and tighter US chip export restrictions. Fears of disrupted technology access intensify pressure on AI developers and hardware suppliers, while domestic chipmakers gain.
South Korean stocks shrug off Nvidia crisis, chipmakers surge
South Korean stocks surged as investors turned their attention to the increasing demand for semiconductors amidst ongoing leadership challenges at Nvidia. The KOSPI index soared by 2.40% on Friday, reflecting strong market confidence. Leading firms such as Samsung Electronics and SK Hynix posted solid gains, enhancing the semiconductor industry's momentum.
Warby Parker bets on Google AI glasses for growth, but privacy fears still loom
Warby Parker is entering the smart glasses market in partnership with Google and Samsung, betting that demand for the artificial intelligence wearables will balloon in the coming years.
Jensen Huang’s Nvidia exit raises fears over the future of AI financing
Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang's reported departure rattled global markets, triggering concerns over the chipmaker's leadership, AI investments and data-centre financing strategy. Nvidia shares tumbled, while Chinese chipmakers rallied amid expectations of potential gains in market share.
Nvidia leadership crisis puts global AI trade under pressure
Uncertainty over Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s future has sparked investor concerns about the company’s financial backing of the global AI boom. Reports of alleged personal controversies triggered a share sell-off, while competitors gained. Investors fear leadership changes could disrupt Nvidia’s investment strategy, AI infrastructure funding and broader technology market stability.
IT sector shifts focus from AI disruption to sustainable growth as revenue stabilization improves: Report
India's IT services sector is witnessing a shift towards stabilizing revenues and fostering sustainable growth as investor apprehensions begin to diminish. Although demand remains tepid with only modest revenue increases, IT stocks have shown commendable performance. The rise of engineering-led organizations is pivotal for AI integration, allowing firms to sustain profit margins amidst competition, all while investing further in AI technologies.
Japan's Nikkei rises for third straight session as AI optimism returns; SoftBank falls 3%
Japan's Nikkei 225 rose 0.80% for a third consecutive session as renewed optimism around artificial intelligence stocks lifted sentiment. Strong semiconductor demand and improving manufacturer confidence supported gains. However, SoftBank shares fell 3% after the technology investment giant reported a second-quarter net loss of 1.1 trillion yen.
Wells Fargo upgrades US AI infrastructure stocks to neutral after chip rout
Wells Fargo upgraded its outlook on US AI infrastructure stocks to neutral from negative, citing improved valuations after a steep semiconductor sell-off. However, it warned that slowing AI investment and rising depreciation costs could pressure earnings in 2028.
SoftBank posts $7 billion quarterly loss as AI investment risks mount
SoftBank Group reported a $7 billion quarterly loss, reversing last year's profit, as volatile AI investments weighed on earnings. Its $64.6 billion investment in OpenAI has increased exposure to the sector, while falling AI stock valuations, regulatory concerns and market uncertainty intensify investor worries about sustainable returns.
Wall Street brokerages call AI stock selloff overdone, see buying opportunity in tech stocks
Wall Street brokerages Morgan Stanley, UBS and HSBC consider the recent AI stock selloff excessive, maintaining confidence in long-term investment prospects. Analysts expect Nvidia earnings, Anthropic's potential IPO and continued data centre spending to drive market sentiment, viewing regulatory concerns as unlikely to derail the broader artificial intelligence investment cycle.
AI demand unlikely to be derailed by Nvidia CEO controversy: Taiwan supply chain executives
Global demand for artificial intelligence (AI) is expected to remain strong despite the controversy surrounding Nvidia Chief Executive Officer Jensen Huang, with Taiwan's semiconductor supply chain sources expecting limited long-term impact on the industry, according to a news report by Focus Taiwan.
Citi downgrades US stocks to 'neutral' as AI sell-off, regulatory risks mount
Citigroup strategists have downgraded US equities to neutral due to ongoing market volatility and regulatory concerns. This decision follows a significant sell-off that erased $3 trillion from the market value of S&P 500 companies. The strategists expressed worries about the potential for key indices like Nasdaq to shift into net-short territory. They also adjusted global and European technology sector ratings to neutral while upgrading healthcare stocks.
European shares muted as investors assess AI outlook; banking stocks rally
European shares were subdued as investors assessed the fallout from last week's technology selloff and uncertainties surrounding AI investments. Banking stocks gained on merger developments and upbeat earnings, while mining shares advanced on higher precious metal prices.
US stocks face volatile week as AI selloff, inflation data and tech earnings loom
US stocks face a volatile week as investors brace for October CPI inflation data and key tech earnings following a sharp AI-led selloff. Regulatory concerns post-US midterms, alongside Fed rate hike expectations, have pushed the Nasdaq into correction territory despite the S&P 500 maintaining gains for 2026.
US stocks today: Nasdaq rebounds from tech rout but extends weekly losing streak to four weeks
US stocks rebound as chipmakers recover from Thursday's steep selloff, but the Nasdaq records its fourth consecutive weekly decline. Nvidia, AMD and Sandisk lead technology gains as investors reassess AI investment concerns. Strong October jobs data also revive December Fed rate hike bets, adding another challenge for Wall Street.
Federal Reserve rate hike bets strengthen as US jobs growth beats estimates
Stronger than expected US jobs growth has revived expectations of a December Federal Reserve rate hike, with employers adding 165,000 jobs in October against estimates of 65,000. The unemployment rate fell to 4.1%, while markets raised the probability of a quarter point hike to 85% and brought forward expectations of another increase.
China, Hong Kong stocks fall as US tech rout sparks AI bubble fears
Chinese and Hong Kong stocks took a hit as American tech shares slumped overnight, fueling worries about the durability of the artificial intelligence surge. This uncertainty cast a shadow over investor confidence across Asia. Nevertheless, the Chinese mainland market saw some recovery driven by bargain hunters supported by government measures, though analysts caution that tech stocks in China are still at risk from global market changes.
Why did US stocks crash? Trump blames Democrats as AI regulation fears rattle markets
Donald Trump blamed the Democrats' midterm election gains for Wall Street's sharp selloff, as concerns over potential curbs on AI investments rattled technology stocks. Uncertainty surrounding data centre expansion and regulatory scrutiny added to investor anxiety.
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