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AI Stocks Slump as Markets Await Jobs Data

Wall Street Journal Markets •
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Global markets faced downward pressure as AI-related stocks declined across international exchanges during early European trading. U.S. stock futures moved lower following a broad selloff in the technology sector. Investors are retreating from high-growth names while Treasury yields edged higher, even as the dollar experienced a slight weakening in recent sessions.

Market participants are shifting their focus toward the upcoming release of June's non-farm payroll data. This report serves as a primary signal for the Federal Reserve's next move. Without clear forward guidance from officials, traders are using employment figures to gauge if the central bank will proceed with anticipated interest rate hikes.

Federal Reserve official Kevin Warsh offered little clarity on the interest rate path during a recent appearance in Portugal. His refusal to provide specific direction leaves the market reliant on economic indicators. The upcoming employment report will dictate whether the Fed maintains its current stance or adjusts policy to address labor market shifts.