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S&P, Dow futures steady as MidEast deal in focus; chip, software stocks tumble
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Fusion42 · 6 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
S&P 500 and Dow futures remained steady as markets await details on a potential Middle East peace deal, while Nasdaq futures fell due to a decline in chip and software stocks despite strong quarterly revenue forecasts driven by AI demand.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Semiconductors.
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AI-driven revenue growth is not enough to prevent sharp selloffs in chip and software stocks, signalling you must watch momentum shifts closely even in strong sectors. The market's eye on Middle East developments and Fed policy means timing your moves around these events could open or close access to capital quickly.
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