https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/tech-stocks-tumble-as-ai-debt-fears-rattle-wall-streetContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/tech-stocks-tumble-as-ai-debt-fears-rattle-wall-streethttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/tech-stocks-tumble-as-ai-debt-fears-rattle-wall-street#u140918Tue, 20 Oct 2026 21:46:54 +0000Tech stocks and chipmakers are tumbling as investors question the debt incurred to build artificial intelligence infrastructure. The Nasdaq fell more than 2%, ending a four-week winning streak, while the SOX chip index recorded its longest losing streak since 2008. While the Dow reached a one-month high and banks saw gains, the broader S&P 500 remained subdued. This volatility comes as oil prices surge to $110 per barrel for the first time since May, though some sectors rallied following a significant drop in 10- and 30-year yields.Why it mattersThe sell-off reflects a shift in investor se