Google's AI Algorithm Update Sparks Chip Sell-Off as Oil Exceeds $100
Chip stocks tumbled as the Nasdaq sank 2.3% into correction territory after sliding over 10% from its peak, while oil topped $100 per barrel on renewed Middle East conflict fears. The sell-off deepened after Google's new AI algorithm update raised semiconductor demand concerns.
1. Market Sell-Off and Oil Spike
US stock indexes fell sharply with the Nasdaq Composite down 2.3% into correction territory, the S&P 500 off 1.7% and the Dow down 1% as Brent crude topped $102 and WTI surpassed $94 on renewed Middle East conflict fears.
2. Google's AI Algorithm Stokes Chip Demand Concerns
Investors reacted to Google's latest AI algorithm release by selling semiconductor shares over worries the new design could disrupt demand forecasts, contributing to a tech-sector slump during Thursday’s market downturn.
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