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Chip Sell-Off Drags Nasdaq, S&P 500 Futures Lower

Nasdaq and S&P 500 futures fell sharply on June 24, 2026, as a global semiconductor sell-off revived doubts about AI investment returns. The decline signals broad pressure on tech-heavy indexes and could compress elevated valuations across the growth sector.

Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Futures Drop on Tech Slide

Futures tied to the Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq fell before Monday's open as tech stocks slid and US-Iran nuclear talks showed signs of breaking down. The dual pressure from sector weakness and geopolitical risk is weighing on investor sentiment heading into the week.

Chip Stocks Drop 5%, Nasdaq 100 Falls 2.5%

A 5% drop in semiconductor stocks dragged the Nasdaq 100 down 2.5% and pushed the S&P 500 lower by more than 1%, even as most stocks in the index rose. Chips had led the recent market rebound, making the sector the sharpest single-day drag when sentiment reversed.

Nvidia Leads Chip Rebound as Iran Halts Israel Strikes

Nvidia rose 1.66% to $208.35 after its chief executive called the recent market pullback a discounted buying opportunity. The move helped lift the S&P 500 and Nasdaq as chip stocks rebounded and Iran announced a halt to strikes on Israel.

Stocks Rise as Oil Dips, Iran Deal Watched

US stocks edged higher as Brent crude fell 1.71% to $92.11 per barrel, easing inflation pressure on markets. Traders are holding back on bigger moves while awaiting clarity on a potential Iran truce deal.

Goldman Sachs Lifts S&P 500 Target to 8,000

Goldman Sachs has raised its S&P 500 price target for 2026 to 8,000, driven by strong corporate earnings and growing AI investment. The upgrade signals institutional confidence that AI spending will deliver real profit growth, supporting continued inflows into US equities.

S&P 500, Nasdaq Hit Records on Middle East Truce Hopes

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed at record highs for a second straight session as a temporary Israel-Lebanon ceasefire and US-Iran talk prospects eased geopolitical risk premiums. Steady labor data supported sentiment without altering the rate outlook. Trading stayed choppy, signaling measured rather than aggressive

S&P 500, Nasdaq Hit Records as Hormuz Opens

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq closed at record highs Friday after Iran declared the Strait of Hormuz open and signaled readiness for US peace talks. Falling oil prices eased inflation fears and lifted consumer discretionary and industrial stocks, while energy shares retreated. Market durability now hinges on whether US-Iran

Hormuz Reopens, S&P 500 Hits Record, Oil Drops 10%

Iran's announcement that the Strait of Hormuz is fully open sent US equities to record highs on April 17, with the S&P 500 up 0.9%. Brent crude fell roughly 10%, slipping below $90 per barrel, as traders shed geopolitical risk premiums built around potential supply disruption.

Futures Rise on US-Iran Talks; Netflix Drops 11%

US stock futures rose on April 17 as S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 contracts extended gains from record closes, supported by developing US-Iran peace negotiations. Netflix dropped 11% pre-market after forecasting earnings below expectations, standing as the session's key drag.

Dow Surges 555 Points as Iran Opens Hormuz

U.S. stocks surged after Iran indicated an opening of the Strait of Hormuz, with the Dow gaining 555 points, the S&P 500 up over 0.70%, and the Nasdaq rising 0.99%. Reduced Hormuz closure risk eases global oil supply fears, relieving pressure on corporate margins and equity valuations. Traders will monitor crude price

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Nasdaq Tumbles Over 2% As Chip Stocks Rout Drags Wall Street Lower

A 5% drop in semiconductor stocks dragged the Nasdaq 100 down 2.5% and pushed the S&P 500 lower by more than 1%, even as most stocks in the index rose. Chips had led the recent market rebound, making the sector the sharpest single-day drag when sentiment reversed.

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