Bitcoin held steady around $65,000 even as U.S. stock markets showed weakness, dragged down mainly by tech giants. The week saw tensions over AI investment budgets, surging oil prices, and climbing bond yields creating a tough backdrop for equities.

Tech Sector’s AI Spending Worries Shake Markets

Concerns over capital expenditures in AI dominated headlines after major earnings reports revealed rising spending amid shrinking cash flows. Alphabet’s shares dipped below their 100-day average for just the second time since April following its first quarterly negative free cash flow in over ten years. Meanwhile, Tesla sank 14% after missing profit expectations and revealing heavy investment in AI. Investors are debating whether these hyperscale companies can sustain such costly commitments without hurting valuations.

Despite unease, some see opportunity in tech stocks like Google, given the persistent gap between AI demand and supply, suggesting long-term growth prospects still exist.

Inflation Pressures Rise as Oil and Yields Climb

Oil prices topped $100 per barrel, reigniting fears of accelerating inflation and making Federal Reserve rate cuts unlikely in the near term. The 30-year U.S. Treasury yield has stayed above 5% for its longest stretch since 2007, weighing heavily on risk assets. Yet, some investors believe this bond selloff could mark a rare buying opportunity if yields have peaked for now.

Crypto Investors Spot Early Signs of a Bottom

Amid the shaky traditional markets, crypto enthusiasts are increasingly calling a bottom. Sentiment indicators and technical analysis fuel optimism, with commentators like DonAlt blending subjective sentiment with charts, and Algod highlighting marked improvements in project quality compared to five years ago, even suggesting overlooked tokens may multiply returns significantly. even typically cautious voices like Pledditor hint at growing bullishness.

Still, some caution remains. Astekz warns that one more sharp decline could strike before a decisive upward 'V-shaped' recovery emerges reminding traders of the multiple ongoing macroeconomic challenges. As the market navigates these headwinds, the interplay between traditional finance and crypto dynamics remains critical.

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