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Dow Rises as Investors Shift Away From Tech
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Tyler Dupont
January 09, 2026
Tyler Dupont  Good morning 👋 Here's the latest news I'm tracking today. |
📈 Stocks / Finance
Dow Rises as Investors Shift Away From Tech
The Dow gained 270 points as investors moved money out of tech stocks. The Nasdaq fell while the S&P 500 was flat. Nvidia, Apple, and Oracle declined, while defense stocks jumped after talk of a larger U.S. defense budget.
Nvidia Leads as AMD Fights and Intel Tries to Catch Up
Investors are weighing how to play the AI boom as Nvidia stays far ahead, AMD strengthens its spot as number two, and Intel pushes a comeback with new chips and government support. Analysts say Nvidia and AMD look strongest, while Intel remains a longer-term bet.
Alibaba Shares Jump on AI and China Policy News
Alibaba stock jumped over 5 percent after news that China may allow limited Nvidia chip imports and ease pressure on online retailers. Investor optimism around AI progress and Alibaba’s tech investments helped the stock rebound after recent losses.
🪙 Crypto
XRP ETFs See First Outflows After Long Inflow Streak
U.S. spot XRP ETFs saw their first net outflow since November, with about $40M leaving in one day. Most of the drop came from a single fund, while others stayed stable. Trading activity suggests investor interest remains, not panic.
🌎 Global Economy
Global Growth Steady but Slower Than Before
The UN says the global economy is holding up but growing slowly. Output is expected to rise about 2.7% in 2026, below pre pandemic levels. Trade tensions, high debt, and weak investment weigh on growth, while inflation eases but prices still hurt households.