Global markets saw a sharp selloff led by major chipmakers like Nvidia, Intel, and Samsung amid investor anxiety ahead of Micron's earnings report, a key indicator for AI demand. The Nasdaq dropped 2.8%, and South Korea's Kospi plunged 10% as memory chip stocks fell sharply. Rising expectations for higher interest rates by year-end added to market nervousness. Investors are concerned about potential oversupply in memory chips despite increased AI infrastructure spending, while geopolitical tensions and inflation pressures also weighed on markets. The upcoming Micron earnings report will be closely watched for signals on AI demand and chip sector health.
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