Global tech sell-off deepens as South Korea's Kospi sinks 8%, S&P 500 futures fall: Live updates - CNBC
Global technology stocks experienced a significant sell-off, driven by concerns over AI infrastructure spending and a potential IPO delay for OpenAI. Major indices like the Nasdaq and S&P 500 saw declines, while Asian markets, particularly in South Korea, faced even steeper losses.
Why it matters
The volatility highlights investor anxiety regarding the sustainability of the AI boom and the potential for a broader market correction in the tech sector.
The Nasdaq Composite posted its fifth consecutive losing session Friday as investors rotated out of key technology stocks and into more defensive areas of the market.
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