US stocks: US market ends down sharply; worries about AI trade and high oil prices weigh

Wall Street faced a sharp decline on Friday as AI-related technology stocks came under renewed pressure. Concerns regarding debt-laden AI infrastructure companies affected investor sentiment heading into the weekend. Additionally, a rise in oil prices fueled market fears about economic stability and rising borrowing costs. The S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq all recorded substantial losses amid these uncertainties.

Oct 17, 2026 - 03:00
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US stocks: US market ends down sharply; worries about AI trade and high oil prices weigh
Wall Street faced a sharp decline on Friday as AI-related technology stocks came under renewed pressure. Concerns regarding debt-laden AI infrastructure companies affected investor sentiment heading into the weekend. Additionally, a rise in oil prices fueled market fears about economic stability and rising borrowing costs. The S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq all recorded substantial losses amid these uncertainties.

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