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February 5, 2026
The Day Ahead North America
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Wall Street indices fell as the AI rally faced valuation skepticism, while investors prepare for major corporate earnings and delayed U.S. economic data. Geopolitical risks in the Middle East and hawkish signals from central banks like the RBA added to the cautious sentiment.
Key Takeaways
- 1.U.S. markets saw a downturn in the Nasdaq and S&P 500 as investors questioned if the AI-driven rally has peaked amidst expensive valuations.
- 2.Amazon is expected to report a 12% jump in Q4 revenue driven by holiday retail sales and cloud growth.
- 3.Eli Lilly provided a strong 2026 outlook, diverging from rival Novo Nordisk due to surging obesity drug demand.
Table of Contents
- MARKET RECAP
- Coming Up
- KEY ECONOMIC EVENTS
- Market Monitor
- Software stocks slide as AI disruption fears mount
- Top News
- Insight and Analysis
- CANADA
- WEALTH NEWS
- KEY RESULTS
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Authors
Mohammed Nihaal TSAshitha Salus
Securities
AMDS&P 500AMZNLLY
Themes
AI Disruption and Valuation SkepticismGlobal Central Bank Divergence
Regions
North AmericaLatin AmericaUnited StatesCanadaMexico
