Global equity markets stalled near record highs Tuesday as technology stocks lost steam, according to Deutsche Bank strategists. The S&P 500 dipped while the Nasdaq underperformed significantly, driven by weakness across the semiconductor sector. Advanced Micro Devices and other chip stocks pulled back sharply after their recent rally, though Nvidia bucked the broader tech selloff and posted gains.
The cooling comes after an extended run-up in technology shares that pushed major indices to historical peaks. Traders are now questioning whether the semiconductor sector can sustain its momentum following aggressive pricing. The divergence between Nvidia’s strength and weakness among its peers suggests selective positioning rather than broad sector confidence.
Market participants should watch whether this represents healthy profit-taking or signals deeper concerns about tech valuations. The semiconductor space remains critical for overall market direction given its heavy weighting in major indices.
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Source: FXStreet