05.10.2026 15:08 Uhr

Expect stocks outside tech to struggle, earnings to expand more slowly and concern about credit risk to grow.

Artificial intelligence is sucking in capital and squeezing the rest of the market, where stocks face higher interest rates and oil prices without a sexy technology story to sell.

Spending is rising because prices are climbing and Americans are buying more stuff, despite long-running frustrations over inflation.

The scramble is on for diesel, while damaged refineries and tight fuel supplies keep prices elevated around the world.