Stocks reverse gains as Big Tech earnings reignite AI spending fears

Stocks began the week with gains but reversed sharply after Big Tech earnings reignited fears over AI spending, pushing investors toward defensive stocks.

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2026-10-31 15:37 · CNBC Technology
Stocks started the week with promise but ended in despair. Our take on the big reversal

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