AI Concerns Shake Wall Street Amidst Tech Competition

Wall Street ended lower as investors worried about AI's impact on software companies. Key tech firms like Nvidia, Microsoft, and Alphabet saw declines. AI competition rises as Anthropic launched a legal tool, influencing software stocks negatively. Healthcare and tech sectors displayed mixed results amid high market expectations.

Wall Street experienced a significant drop on Tuesday, driven by investor fears that AI advancements could heighten competition for software companies. Major tech players such as Nvidia, Microsoft, and Alphabet saw their shares slide as earnings reports from industry giants Alphabet and Amazon loomed on the horizon.

Investor sentiment has shifted towards skepticism regarding AI-related stocks, with a sharper focus on tangible returns from hefty AI investments. The launch of a legal tool by AI data firm Anthropic for its Claude AI chatbot intensified concerns about potential disruptions in the software sector.

Palantir's strong quarterly results provided some relief, although the overall market remained volatile. Healthcare stocks also faced pressure, notably after Novo Nordisk's sales forecast, impacting rivals Eli Lilly and others. Amidst these challenges, Walmart made headlines by reaching a $1 trillion market value, underscoring a clear divergence in market performance.

(With inputs from agencies.)