AI stocks hammered by midterm shock as data center buildout becomes a 'war of attrition'
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The election rout landed on an AI trade already under pressure from high interest rates, heavy capital spending and questions about returns.
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AI stocks hammered by midterm shock as data center buildout becomes a 'war of attrition'. The election rout landed on an AI trade already under pressure from high interest rates, heavy capital spending and questions about returns. Covered by 1 publications. CNBC World: AI stocks hammered by midterm shock as data center buildout becomes a 'war of attrition'.
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