Stock futures mixed after Nasdaq correction; Japan's Nikkei 225 enters bear market: Live updates

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   Global Markets Stagger After Tech and AI Sell-Off

   Stock futures display mixed results following a severe market correction driven by a massive downturn in artificial intelligence and semiconductor shares. Wall Street endured its worst day since April 2025 on November 5, 2026, erasing post-election and post-midterm gains as the Nasdaq plunged 5 percent and the Dow dropped 1,800 points. The technology sell-off wiped out trillions in market value globally, affecting the Magnificent 7 and triggering a technical bear market for Japan's Nikkei 225. Asian markets experienced sharp declines alongside ongoing investor scrutiny over potential regulatory changes following recent political developments.

   Why it matters

   The sharp market retreat reflects deep investor anxiety over the valuation and future trajectory of the artificial intelligence build-out. Regulatory concerns amplified after a Democratic midterm sweep, sparking massive capital flight from high-flying technology and chip stocks. This sudden shock transmitted rapidly across international borders, pulling major Asian indices down and erasing significant portions of recent market gains.

   What is confirmed

   • The Nasdaq plunged 5 percent during a chip stock decline.
   • Japan's Nikkei 225 entered technical bear-market territory by falling more than 20 percent from its June record peak.
   • The Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped 1,800 points, erasing post-midterm and post-election rally gains.
   • Wall Street suffered its worst day since April 2025 on November 5, 2026.

   Still unconfirmed

   • Markets are reacting negatively specifically due to a Democratic midterm sweep and fears of a subsequent artificial intelligence regulatory crackdown.

   What to watch next

   • The upcoming payrolls report.
   • Further price movements and stabilization attempts in global semiconductor and artificial intelligence stocks.
   • Additional policy or regulatory announcements concerning the technology sector.
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