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Published: 23 October 2026,03:32
Daily Market Analysis New
*The Nasdaq Composite plunged 2.6%, its steepest daily decline since early June, while the S&P 500 fell 1.21%.
*Meta declined approximately 7% despite beating earnings expectations, while Tesla slipped 3.1% amid concerns over future growth and investment returns.
*Rising AI financing costs and uncertainty over profitability triggered renewed selling pressure across technology stocks.
U.S. equities declined sharply on Thursday as disappointing market reactions to major technology earnings reignited concerns over the sustainability of artificial intelligence (AI) investments. The Nasdaq Composite plunged approximately 2.6%, marking its steepest daily decline since early June, while the S&P 500 retreated 1.21%. Meanwhile, the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index tumbled 6.7%, highlighting growing investor uncertainty surrounding AI-related valuations and substantial infrastructure spending.
The selloff intensified following earnings announcements from major technology companies. Meta Platforms declined approximately 7% despite reporting stronger-than-expected results, as significant AI-related expenditure contributed to its first cash outflow in more than a decade. The company also announced plans to issue non-voting shares to support additional capital raising, raising concerns over the financial sustainability of its aggressive AI investment strategy. Meanwhile, Tesla shares fell 3.1% despite reporting positive free cash flow and reducing its capital expenditure plans for 2026.
The disappointing market reactions highlighted a growing shift in investor sentiment, with market participants increasingly questioning whether AI-driven revenue growth can justify elevated valuations and the billions being invested in computing infrastructure. Semiconductor stocks, which have been among the biggest beneficiaries of the AI boom, faced particularly strong selling pressure as investors reassessed earnings expectations and potential returns on AI investments.
Meanwhile, concerns over financing costs and the lengthy period required for AI infrastructure investments to generate meaningful profits have further dampened risk appetite. Although demand for AI technology remains strong, investors are becoming increasingly sensitive to corporate spending plans, profitability and cash flow generation rather than focusing solely on revenue growth.
Looking ahead, investors will closely monitor upcoming technology earnings and corporate guidance for further evidence that AI investments can translate into sustainable profitability. Stronger earnings growth and improving cash flow could help restore confidence in technology stocks, while continued increases in capital expenditure without corresponding returns may extend selling pressure across the Nasdaq and semiconductor sector.
NASDAQ, H4:
Nasdaq is trading lower, currently testing the 28,950.00 support level, which acts as a key near-term downside pivot.
Momentum indicators remain bearish, with the MACD showing increasing bearish momentum and the RSI at 33 staying below the midline and approaching oversold territory. This suggests that selling pressure remains dominant, increasing the possibility of further downside if support fails to hold.Market attention remains focused on a potential breakdown below 28,950.00. A confirmed break could extend losses toward the next support level at 27,090.00, reinforcing the bearish short-term structure.
However, if bearish momentum begins to fade, Nasdaq may experience a technical rebound and retest the 30,100.00 resistance level, followed by 31,120.00 if recovery momentum strengthens.
Resistance Levels: 30100.00, 31120.00
Support Levels: 28950.00, 27090.00
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