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U.S. stocks closed lower Tuesday as a broad pullback in semiconductor and artificial intelligence-related stocks pressured major indexes, while falling oil prices reflected growing optimism surrounding a potential peace agreement in the Middle East.

The S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 ended the session in negative territory as investors took profits in many of the market’s biggest AI winners. The Russell 2000 also declined, highlighting broader weakness across equities.

Technology stocks led the downturn, making Information Technology the worst-performing sector of the day and the only sector to underperform the broader market. Financial stocks, meanwhile, provided stability and finished as the strongest-performing sector.

The retreat in AI-linked stocks came as traders reassessed valuations after months of extraordinary gains driven by enthusiasm surrounding artificial intelligence, data centers, and next-generation computing infrastructure.

Among the notable gainers, Moderna (MRNA) climbed after announcing organizational changes designed to prepare the company for multiple anticipated product launches in 2027 and 2028.

Investors viewed the restructuring as a sign of confidence in Moderna’s future growth pipeline.

Storage and memory technology companies stood out amid the broader tech weakness.

Western Digital (WDC) and Seagate Technology (STX) posted strong gains as demand for data storage solutions remains robust despite volatility elsewhere in the semiconductor sector.

Entertainment stocks also made headlines. Lionsgate Studios (LION) surged following speculation that Netflix (NFLX) could be exploring an acquisition of the company. While no official agreement has been announced, the rumors fueled significant investor interest.

In the energy storage sector, Eos Energy Enterprises (EOSE) rallied sharply after officially launching commercial production on its second automated battery manufacturing line.

The expansion marks a major milestone in the company’s efforts to scale production of its zinc-based long-duration energy storage systems.

Meanwhile, IMAX (IMAX) reached a new all-time high after reporting that the United Kingdom’s largest IMAX screen sold a record-breaking 28,000 tickets for Christopher Nolan’s “The Odyssey” within just 24 hours, underscoring strong consumer demand for premium theatrical experiences.

Restaurant giant Yum! Brands (YUM) also moved higher after agreeing to sell its Pizza Hut business to private equity firm LongRange Capital in a transaction valued at approximately $2.7 billion.

In the cryptocurrency market, HYPE, the native token of the Hyperliquid ecosystem, reclaimed its all-time high as institutional inflows, token buybacks, and growing adoption continued to support momentum across the decentralized trading platform.

On the downside, companies tied to AI networking and optical infrastructure faced heavy selling pressure. Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI), Lumentum (LITE), and Coherent (COHR) all declined as investors rotated out of some of the market’s hottest AI-related names.

The chemicals sector also experienced notable weakness. Olin Corporation (OLN) fell after announcing an all-stock acquisition of Huntsman Corporation (HUN) in a deal valued at approximately $2.4 billion. Huntsman shares also moved lower as investors weighed the strategic and financial implications of the merger.

Adding another layer to the market narrative, oil prices continued their recent decline amid optimism that a U.S.-Iran peace agreement could lead to the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz and increased global crude supplies. Lower energy prices helped ease inflation concerns but weighed on parts of the energy sector.

As investors look ahead, markets remain focused on three major themes: the sustainability of the AI-driven rally, geopolitical developments in the Middle East, and upcoming economic data that could influence the Federal Reserve’s path on interest rates.