Global Markets Slump Amid AI Concerns and Interest Rate Jitters

Major stock indexes fell on Friday as technology-related shares dropped amid AI investment concerns. Treasury yields jumped as Federal Reserve officials expressed inflation worries. Global economic data influenced currency movements, with the pound slipping and the dollar gaining. Commodity markets also faced volatility, with copper prices plunging significantly.

Major stock indexes faced a downturn on Friday, with substantial declines in technology shares as investors hesitated on AI-related moves. The tech sector saw a 2.9% drop, heavily impacting the S&P 500.

U.S. Treasury yields rose sharply, reflecting inflation apprehensions among Federal Reserve officials. This impacted both domestic and global markets, with investors eyeing future interest rate changes.

The U.S. dollar strengthened against major currencies, while copper and oil prices fell amid AI bubble concerns and geopolitical factors. Economic indicators are driving traders' expectations for central bank policies across the globe.

(With inputs from agencies.)