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AI Capex Fear Creates Buying Opportunity Amid Tech Selloff Volatility

Monday, March 2, 2026

Markets are experiencing exaggerated pullbacks in AI and software stocks despite strong fundamentals, driven by anxiety over hyperscaler capex projections reaching $200B for 2026. The disconnect between fear-driven selling and underlying business strength in names like Microsoft (down 11% YTD) suggests tactical buying opportunities ahead of key Nvidia earnings guidance.

The AI infrastructure buildout represents a multi-year growth cycle; current volatility may offer entry points before the market recognizes sustained demand fundamentals.

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