AI rout exposes Wall Street's $270 billion speculation machine - The Economic Times
• A recent tech sell-off has exposed the volatility of Wall Street's $270 billion speculation machine, where leveraged products amplified both AI-driven rallies and subsequent reversals. • Retail investors heavily targeted AI chips and SpaceX-linked funds, with the latter attracting nearly $1 billion since launching earlier this month despite a 40% drop from debut. • The trend highlights how financial engineering in crypto and leveraged ETFs can lead to rapid gains followed by swift, significant losses for those chasing late-stage IPO momentum.
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