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Markets2h 11m ago

U.S. stocks slipped as chipmakers dragged the Nasdaq and S&P 500 lower despite solid economic data and strong earnings expectations.

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What
U.S. stocks slipped as chipmakers dragged the Nasdaq and S&P 500 lower despite solid economic data and strong earnings expectations.
When
Thu, 16 Jul 2026 20:05:00 GMT · 2h 11m ago
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Why
Semiconductor weakness offset gains in healthcare, while rising oil prices and escalating U.S.-Iran tensions added pressure.
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The Nasdaq and S&P 500 indices declined due to weakness in the semiconductor sector, despite positive economic indicators and earnings outlooks. Geopolitical tensions and rising oil prices contributed to market pressure.

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  1. Markets2h 6m ago
    The Nasdaq Composite index declined, primarily driven by a drop in chip stocks following Taiwan Semi's post-earnings performance.
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    U.S. stocks slipped as chipmakers dragged the Nasdaq and S&P 500 lower despite solid economic data and strong earnings expectations.

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