What mega-cap tech's massive capex means for small & mid caps
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Mega-cap tech stocks are investing heavily in capital expenditures, which may impact smaller companies in the sector. This trend is driven by AI-related volatility in the tech sector. The market is finding its footing ahead of the close.
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US stocks (^DJI, ^IXIC, ^GSPC) are beginning to find their footing ahead of Tuesday's market close as AI drives volatility across the tech sector. Emerald Advisers deputy CIO and portfolio manager David Volpe discusses the trends seen from mega-cap tech stocks compared to smaller companies in the sector. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Domination.
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Original article published by Yahoo Finance on February 17, 2026. Analysis and insights provided by AnalystMarkets AI.