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US Stocks Slide as Nvidia, Tech Shares Drop on AI Worries

Felice Maranz
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U.S. stock markets declined on February 26, 2026, as Nvidia’s strong earnings failed to ease investor concerns over AI-driven tech growth sustainability. The S&P 500 dropped 0.5%, with tech and communications sectors leading losses, while the Nasdaq 100 fell 1.2%, reflecting broader skepticism about prolonged AI-driven rallies. Nvidia’s better-than-expected results couldn’t offset fears of an AI bubble, signaling potential volatility in high-flying tech stocks despite robust financial performance. The VIX volatility index climbed to 18.64, indicating rising market uncertainty as traders reassessed risks tied to overvalued AI and semiconductor stocks. Seven of 11 S&P sectors ended lower, underscoring broad-based caution amid shifting investor sentiment toward tech-heavy portfolios.
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