https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/the-nasdaq-plunges-5-what-the-data-center-crash-means-for-investorsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/the-nasdaq-plunges-5-what-the-data-center-crash-means-for-investorshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/the-nasdaq-plunges-5-what-the-data-center-crash-means-for-investors#u186900Mon, 09 Nov 2026 02:36:25 +0000The Nasdaq Composite plummeted 5% as investors fear a potential slowdown in data center growth, driven by concerns over AI stock valuations and possible restrictions on data centers following recent election results. Chip stocks were heavily hit, with the VanEck Semiconductor ETF losing 11.2% and Nvidia dropping 9.1%. This crash triggered a broader sell-off across the stock market, affecting all 11 sectors.Why it mattersThe recent sell-off in AI stocks has raised questions about the future of the data center buildout and its impact on the market. The US midterm elections brought data center re