Tech Sector Pullback Weighs on Nasdaq as Retail and Chip Stocks Outperform
U.S. equities showed divergent performance Wednesday afternoon, with the Dow gaining 0.4% and the S&P 500 edging up 0.1%, while the Nasdaq slipped 0.2% amid a tech sector retreat. Microchip Technology (MCHP) surged nearly 10%, leading S&P 500 gainers after raising guidance on strong bookings.
American Eagle Outfitters (AEO) jumped 15% as celebrity-driven ad campaigns boosted earnings beyond expectations. Discount retailer Dollar Tree (DLTR) ROSE 3% as cost-conscious shoppers drove better-than-forecast results.
Real estate firm Alexandria (ARE) tumbled 7% after cutting its dividend, while media stocks Paramount Skydance (PSKY) and Netflix (NFLX) fell 5% amid acquisition speculation. Healthcare provider Acadia (ACHC) plunged 13% on liability concerns.