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Nasdaq Extends Losing Streak as AI Chip Selloff Deepens on Return From Holiday

U.S. equities slumped Tuesday as traders returned from the Presidents' Day holiday to a continuation of the technology-sector rout, with a key gauge of chipmakers including Nvidia and Broadcom falling 1.2%. The Nasdaq Composite extended its longest weekly slide since 2022, pushing both the S&P 500 and the tech-heavy index into negative territory for 2026 amid intensifying anxiety over the sustainability of artificial intelligence infrastructure spending.

Inflation Cools to 2.4% in January, Lowest Since May as Fed Rate Cut Hopes Intensify

U.S. consumer prices rose 2.4% year-over-year in January 2026, below the 2.5% consensus forecast and marking the slowest inflation pace since May 2025. The softer-than-expected reading sparked a Treasury yield decline to 4.07% and boosted market expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts beginning as early as March, providing relief to rate-sensitive sectors.

Coinbase Surges 16% Despite Earnings Miss as $1 Billion Share Buyback Signals Confidence

Coinbase Global rallied 16.4% on Friday following fourth quarter results that missed revenue estimates but showcased $3.07 billion in free cash flow and completion of a $1 billion share buyback program. The cryptocurrency exchange's transformation into a diversified financial infrastructure platform attracted renewed institutional buying led by Cathie Wood's ARK Invest, which purchased $15.2 million in shares.

Earnings Movers: Applied Materials, Rivian, Coinbase Lead Stock Action

A broad set of individual stocks showed significant moves as investors assessed mixed earnings results and guidance. Semiconductor equipment maker Applied Materials and electric vehicle maker Rivian surged on strong quarterly results, while several other companies including Pinterest and DraftKings saw pronounced declines, illustrating divergent sector performance amid ongoing market volatility.

Trump Administration Orders Pentagon to Purchase Coal-Fired Electricity in Historic Energy Reversal

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on February 11, 2026, directing the Department of Defense to enter long-term electricity contracts with coal-fired power plants, marking the administration's most aggressive attempt to revive the declining coal industry. The move, coupled with $175 million in Department of Energy funding for coal plant upgrades, could provide financial lifelines to dozens of facilities scheduled for retirement.

US Stocks Slide as AI Sector Fears and Profit Worries Drive Broad Sell-Off

U.S. equity markets dropped sharply today as renewed concerns over artificial intelligence capital spending and disappointing forward guidance from key technology companies weighed on investor sentiment. Major averages finished lower with the Nasdaq leading declines, while labor data and rate expectations further complicated the market outlook.

Stock Futures Creep Higher as Investors Digest Strong Labor Market, Mixed Data Signals

Stock futures modestly rose as traders weighed stronger-than-expected labor data against persistent technology sector weakness and renewed discussions over monetary policy. With unemployment slightly lower than forecast and weekly jobless claims subdued, markets are recalibrating expectations for Federal Reserve action in coming months.

AI Disruption Fears Trigger Fresh Selloff in Software Stocks Across Global Markets

Wall Street's anxiety over artificial intelligence-driven disruption intensified Wednesday as software companies faced renewed selling pressure. ServiceNow and Salesforce each declined approximately 0.4 percent in premarket trading, while financial services firms including Charles Schwab, Raymond James, and LPL Financial plunged over 7 percent following the launch of an AI-powered tax tool by startup Altruist Corp.

Technology Giants Navigate AI Investment Surge Amid Rising Debt Concerns

Major technology companies are embarking on unprecedented capital spending programs to build AI infrastructure, with Morgan Stanley estimating hyperscalers will raise approximately $400 billion in corporate bonds in 2026. Oracle's elevated debt levels have emerged as a particular concern, while most big tech firms maintain solid balance sheets despite aggressive AI investments.