Tech Sector Retreats as Nvidia Earnings Fail to Ignite Broader Rally

Market Overview: A Day of "Sell the News" in TechThe U.S. stock market experienced a volatile session on Thursday, February 26, 2026, as investors grappled with a "buy the rumor, sell the news" reaction to blockbuster earnings from the world’s most valuable company. Despite reporting record-breaking revenue and a stellar outlook, Nvidia (NVDA) saw its shares tumble, dragging the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite lower and creating a ripple effect across the semiconductor and artificial intelligence sectors.As of ...