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AI fears trigger roughly $223B software-stock market-cap loss
markets5 days ago

AI fears trigger roughly $223B software-stock market-cap loss

AI-driven disruption fears spurred a broad software-stock selloff, with the iShares Tech-Software ETF (IGV) sliding about 4.8% and wiping roughly $223 billion in market value from its components in a single session. Big names like IBM, DDOG, and CRWD were hit, while analyst commentary pointed to Citrini Research’s AI productivity scenario and Anthropic’s Claude updates as factors fueling caution. Investors remain cautious and want clearer AI headlines before stepping back into software stocks, amid warnings the move could be overdone.

GameStop Starts 2026 With Mass Store Closures and a $35B CEO Pay Plan
business1 month ago

GameStop Starts 2026 With Mass Store Closures and a $35B CEO Pay Plan

GameStop reportedly began 2026 by shuttering up to 296 US stores in the first week, with signs offering a 20% trade-in bonus if customers visit other GameStop locations. The closures may be connected to CEO Ryan Cohen’s at-risk pay package, which could total $35 billion if the company reaches a $100 billion market cap, distributed in nine tranches starting at $20 billion. Separately, RNZ reports GameStop is considering ending EB Games in New Zealand, potentially closing 38 stores pending a full consultation with affected staff.