The aBP Weekly: AI Stock Sell-Off Tests Global Markets After U.S. Midterms
Wall Street Retreats: U.S. equities ended the week lower, with the Nasdaq falling 3.4% and the S&P 500 declining 2.7%, as investors reassessed technology valuations and the sustainability of the AI-driven rally.
AI Spending Under Scrutiny: Concerns over rising infrastructure costs, stretched valuations and the pace of AI monetization weighed on technology stocks, raising questions about whether future earnings can justify aggressive investment.
Oil Prices and Economic Signals: Brent crude declined sharply to approximately $98.32 per barrel, while the U.S. economy added 165,000 jobs in October. These developments shaped expectations for inflation, economic growth and the Federal Reserve's monetary policy.
NVIDIA: NVIDIA (NASDAQ: NVDA) retained its Strong Buy rating in Henriot Capital's research portfolio, ranking 23rd with a recorded return of +3.41% since April 21, 2026. Despite near-term market volatility, its long-term investment outlook remains closely tied to global AI infrastructure demand.




