S&P 500 Index ($SPX) Declines 0.19% as Software Stocks Retreat
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Jan 14 2026
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Source: NASDAQ.COM
- Software Stock Retreat: Following the preview release of a new tool by AI startup Anthropic, Salesforce (CRM) saw its stock drop over 7%, raising concerns about software stocks and negatively impacting overall market sentiment.
- Credit Card Company Pressure: After President Trump stated that credit card lenders would be “in violation of the law” if they do not cap interest rates at 10%, companies like Visa (V) and Mastercard (MA) faced declines for the second consecutive day, exacerbating market unease.
- Oil Price Surge: Geopolitical risks have pushed WTI crude oil prices up more than 2% to a 2.25-month high, boosting energy stocks and indicating a renewed investor confidence in the energy sector.
- Economic Data Focus: The market is keenly awaiting upcoming economic data, including expected increases in November PPI and retail sales, reflecting cautious optimism among investors regarding future economic trends.
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About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
