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Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) in New York City, U.S., January 13, 2026. REUTERS/Brendan McDermid
Feb 5, 2026

Wall Street ends sharply down as AI worries weigh

U.S. stocks fell sharply as heavy AI spending plans from Alphabet and Big Tech reignited fears over profits and valuations.

U.S. dollar banknotes are seen in this illustration taken March 19, 2025. REUTERS/Dado Ruvic/Illustration
Feb 5, 2026

Dollar hits nearly two-week high as stocks wobble; pound slides after BoE holds

The dollar rose to a two-week high as stock volatility rattled markets and the pound slid after a tight Bank of England vote.

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