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.
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.
