US inflation delivered some relief last Friday, but falling yields couldn’t cheer up Big Tech stocks. Investors remain uneasy about elevated valuations and the scale — and leverage — of AI spending. Markets are caught between two fears: that AI returns will disappoint, or that AI disruption will go too far, too fast. While the S&P 500 held flat, the equal-weighted index outperformed, signalling the rotation trade is alive and well. The Magnificent 7 extended losses, showing that Big Tech remains under pressure despite dovish Fed expectations.
This week will be quieter, with US markets closed and China on Lunar New Year holiday. Still, key data to watch include the Fed minutes, US PCE update and flash PMIs, along with Walmart earnings — all offering clues on consumer resilience and whether the rotation away from mega-cap tech has more room to run.
Watch the full episode to find out more!
Intro1:14 Soft US inflation backs rotation trade
5:06 Tech appetite remains fragile, but there are contradictions
8:51 Week Ahead










