FXEmpire
18 Aug 2026, 16:33 UTC · 2h ago
Nasdaq Index: Rising Bond Yields Threaten Nasdaq Uptrend as Memory Stocks Sink
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FXEmpire
18 Aug 2026, 16:33 UTC · 2h ago
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Global bond yields are surging, with the U.S. 30-year Treasury yield hitting a 19-year high of over 5.3%. — Rising long-term yields increase the discount rate for future earnings, directly pressuring growth stocks and risk assets.
-0.80The Nasdaq Composite has shifted to a downward minor trend, falling 1.77% as memory stocks lead a broad semiconductor pullback. — The reversal in AI-driven memory stocks indicates a potential shift in sentiment for the primary growth engine of the current market.
-0.60The yield curve is steepening as long-term bond buyers demand higher compensation due to fiscal deficits and AI infrastructure funding. — A steepening curve driven by fiscal concerns rather than growth optimism suggests structural risk in government debt markets.
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U.S. import prices fell 0.4% in July, missing the expected 0.1% increase. — The author suggests this data provides a reason for the Fed to hold rates in September, which may limit immediate easing expectations.
-0.30Which stocks this story touches
Trading near all-time highs on record revenue and AI demand.
Shares are higher due to strong demand for 'The Odyssey'.
Mentioned as falling during a broad semiconductor pullback.
Listed as a memory stock experiencing a hard reversal amid rising bond yields.
Reported as slipping in the Nasdaq 100.
Reported as falling in the Nasdaq 100.
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