Stock Futures Slide as Inflation Jitters Bring Rally to a Halt

Rising bond yields hit risk appetite on Friday, pushing stocks lower after a weeks-long record rally fueled by heavy flows into artificial intelligence-related assets. The move reflects a broader shift toward risk-off positioning as higher yields curb demand for speculative bets. The impact is potentially market-wide given the connection between rates, flows, and equity valuations.

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Rising bond yields hit risk appetite on Friday, pushing stocks lower after a weeks-long record rally fueled by heavy flows into artificial intelligence-related assets. The move reflects a broader shift toward risk-off positioning as higher yields curb demand for speculative bets. The impact is potentially market-wide given the connection between rates, flows, and equity valuations.