2026's 'overarching theme' will be volatility as AI leaders shift

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The market is expected to be volatile in 2026 due to AI leadership changes, despite the recent rebound of US equities. Large-cap leaders and cyclical stocks are showing emerging patterns. The Dow Jones Industrial Average has closed above 50,000 points for the first time.

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Market impact analysis based on neutral sentiment with 70% confidence.

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Neutral
AI Confidence
70%
Time Horizon
Short Term

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While US equities (^DJI, ^IXIC, ^GSPC) rebounded from this week's tech and software stock sell-off on Friday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average managed to close above 50,000 points for the first time. Hirtle Callaghan Chief Investment Officer Brad Conger speaks with Jared Blikre about the patterns emerging from large-cap leaders and cyclical stocks as AI leadership changes and what may be the cause of market volatility in 2026. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Domination Overtime.

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Original article published by Yahoo Finance on February 7, 2026.
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