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The Nasdaq recorded its worst single-day performance in more than a year, with the Nasdaq Composite plunging 4.18%, marking its steepest decline since April 2025.
The sell-off was primarily driven by a stronger-than-expected U.S. labor market report, which reignited fears that the Federal Reserve System may keep interest rates higher for longer—or potentially even consider additional tightening measures.
The latest jobs report showed:
172,000 jobs added in MayUnemployment rate holding at 4.3%Rising Treasury yields following the release of the data
Higher yields typically pressure growth stocks because future earnings become less attractive when discounted at elevated interest rates.
Technology and semiconductor stocks led the decline, with major AI-related companies experiencing sharp losses as investors reassessed valuations following months of strong gains.
The broader market reaction suggests investors are increasingly concerned that:
Strong economic data may delay the timing of future Fed rate cuts.
Additionally, ongoing geopolitical uncertainties in the Middle East added another layer of risk aversion to markets.
Why This Matters
1) AI Trade Faces Reality Check
After months of AI-driven momentum, investors are beginning to question whether current valuations already price in years of future growth.
2) Fed Expectations Shift Again
Strong employment data reduces the urgency for the Fed to cut rates, potentially extending the higher-for-longer environment.
3) Treasury Yields Are Back in Focus
The rise in bond yields disproportionately affects:
Technology stocksHigh-growth companiesSpeculative assetsIncluding cryptocurrencies.
Assets Most Impacted
• Nasdaq Composite
• AI & semiconductor stocks (NVDA, MRVL, AMD, AVGO)
The Bigger Question
Is this merely a healthy correction after an extended AI rally...or the beginning of a broader repricing as markets adjust to a prolonged higher-rate environment?
Source: Reuters, Barron's, Axios
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Chuỗi thắng lợi khổng lồ kéo dài chín tuần của Phố Wall đã kết thúc với một cú sốc nặng nề vào thứ Sáu, ngày 5 tháng 6 năm 2026, khi Nasdaq Composite nặng về công nghệ giảm **4,18% (1,121 điểm)** để đóng cửa ở mức 25,709. Sự bán tháo mạnh mẽ đã đánh dấu hiệu suất tệ nhất trong một phiên giao dịch đơn lẻ của Nasdaq trong hơn một năm, xóa sổ nhiều tuần lợi nhuận khó kiếm được chỉ trong vài giờ.
Sự chuyển mình rõ rệt trong động lực thị trường đã diễn ra ngay lập tức, khi những cây nến xanh chủ đạo của thị trường bò do AI điều khiển bỗng dưng bị thay thế bởi một biển đỏ thẫm trên các bàn giao dịch lớn.

Global markets have taken a sharp hit over the past few days, wiping out trillions of dollars in value across stocks, crypto, gold, and other risk assets. The S&P 500 alone lost more than $1.8 trillion in a single session, while AI-related stocks shed over $1 trillion.#Bitcoin slipped to around $59,000, and gold posted its worst weekly decline in months.
So what triggered such a broad selloff? In a recent X thread, one analyst has analyzed the current market sentiments.
Strong Economic Data Turned Into Bad News
The biggest catalyst was the latest U.S. jobs report. The economy added 172,000 jobs in May, almost double Wall Street’s expectations.
Normally, strong employment data would boost investor confidence. This time, however, markets interpreted it differently. Investors are currently focused less on economic growth and more on interest rates.
A strong labor market suggests the economy remains resilient, which increases the risk that inflation stays elevated. If inflation remains stubbornly high, the Federal Reserve may delay rate cuts or even consider tighter monetary policy.
That shift in expectations rattled markets, as higher interest rates reduce liquidity and make riskier investments less attractive.
AI Stocks Lead the Selloff
The technology sector took the biggest hit. The Nasdaq plunged more than 1,100 points, while semiconductor stocks lost over $1 trillion in value.
Many AI-related companies had already surged more than 20% in a short period, fueled by enthusiasm around artificial intelligence. With valuations stretched, investors began taking profits at the first sign that interest rate cuts may not arrive as quickly as expected.
The result was a sharp valuation reset across the AI sector.
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Bitcoin, Crypto, and Gold Join the Decline
Crypto markets followed the same pattern. When investors become more risk-averse, highly volatile assets often face the largest outflows first.
Bitcoin dropped to around $59,000, dragging the broader crypto market lower. Fear quickly spread across altcoins as traders reduced exposure.
Gold also suffered. The precious metal fell nearly 5% this week and now sits roughly 18.5% below its all-time high. Rising bond yields, a stronger U.S. dollar, and growing rate-hike concerns all weighed on gold prices.
More Pressure Could Be Ahead
Markets also face growing geopolitical uncertainty tied to tensions involving Iran, which has raised concerns around energy prices and inflation.
At the same time, several massive IPOs could drain liquidity from markets. Reports suggest SpaceX is preparing for a public listing, while Anthropic and OpenAI are also exploring IPO plans. Large institutions often sell existing holdings to free up capital before major offerings.
Taken together, strong jobs data, higher rate fears, AI profit-taking, crypto weakness, geopolitical tensions, and upcoming capital raises created the perfect storm. For now, the market’s message is clear: investors care more about interest rates and liquidity than strong economic growth. Until inflation cools and rate-cut expectations return, volatility is likely to remain elevated.
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The financial markets just witnessed a brutal selloff.
📉 S&P 500 plunged 2.64%
📉 Nasdaq crashed 4.2% — biggest drop in months
💻 Chip stocks devastated: • Marvell -16%
• Micron -13%
• Intel & AMD -11%
🥇 Gold -3.27%
🥈 Silver -8.19%
₿ Bitcoin slipped below $60K
🛢️ Brent Crude also weakened as risk-off sentiment spread across global markets.
💭 Panic creates headlines, but opportunities are often born during fear. Smart investors focus on risk management, not emotions.
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