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title: "NASDAQ slides as surging yields and oil rattle tech ahead of Nvidia earnings"
type: "News"
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url: "https://longbridge.com/en/news/287010479.md"
description: "The Nasdaq index fell as tech stocks, particularly semiconductor and megacap shares, declined due to rising yields and inflation worries. The 10-year Treasury yield reached its highest level in over a year, influenced by oil price increases amid Middle East tensions. Investors are closely watching Nvidia's upcoming earnings for insights on the sustainability of AI demand and semiconductor valuations."
datetime: "2026-05-20T05:31:18.000Z"
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# NASDAQ slides as surging yields and oil rattle tech ahead of Nvidia earnings

Tech stocks retreat: The Nasdaq led losses as semiconductor and megacap shares sold off amid rising yields and inflation concerns. Yields hit highs: The 10-year Treasury yield rose to its strongest levels in over a year, driven by oil price spikes linked to Middle East tensions. Nvidia in spotlight: Markets await Nvidia’s earnings for clues on whether AI demand can sustain elevated semiconductor valuations.

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