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Volatility Returns Amid AI Panic

Weekly Outlook 10/19/26

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Valckrie
Oct 18, 2026

Market Recap

The biggest development last week was the sharp selloff in technology, particularly AI infrastructure and semiconductors. $QQQ fell approximately 5.5% over the week, while $SMH declined more than 10%. Concerns around AI capital expenditure, financing, and the sustainability of the infrastructure buildout weighed heavily on the sector.

The sel…

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