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The Democratic midterm victory has triggered a global risk-off event, specifically targeting the AI and technology sectors. The Nikkei has officially entered bear market territory after an 8.55% single-day plunge, with Asian and European markets following suit. This represents an escalation of the previous narrative, as the market now prices in not just regulatory scrutiny but a potential slowdown in the AI industry's growth trajectory. Investors are rotating out of high-multiple tech stocks, with Dow futures sliding while Nasdaq futures show only marginal resilience.
Global Tech Selloff and AI Regulatory Fears
The Democratic midterm victory has triggered a global risk-off event, specifically targeting the AI and technology sectors. The Nikkei has officially entered bear market territory after an 8.55% single-day plunge, with Asian and European markets following suit. This represents an escalation of the previous narrative, as the market now prices in not just regulatory scrutiny but a potential slowdown in the AI industry's growth trajectory. Investors are rotating out of high-multiple tech stocks, with Dow futures sliding while Nasdaq futures show only marginal resilience.