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Most of Wall Street rises, but sinking AI stocks send it lower for the week
By Associated Press at KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· June 26, 2026
· 4 min read
Most of the U.S. stock market rose Friday after oil prices eased back to where they were before the war with Iran, but drops for stocks swept up in the mania around artificial-intelligence technology kept the market in check. The S&P 500 finished nearly flat and slipped less than 0.1% to close o...
Key takeaway The S&P 500 finished nearly flat and slipped less than 0.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
San Antonio 's own tech industry, though smaller than those in Japan and South Korea, still feels the ripple effects of global market swings driven by artificial intelligence. With a growing number of local startups and established companies investing in AI research and development, the city's business community is closely watching the volatility in international markets. The recent rallies in AI-related stocks have sparked interest among local investors, and the sell-off on Friday may prompt some to reassess their portfolios. As the global market continues to react to earnings reports from major tech companies like Qualcomm and Micron Technology, San Antonio's investors and business leaders will be looking for opportunities to capitalize on the growing demand for AI technologies, while also being mindful of the potential risks and uncertainties that come with this rapidly evolving field. The city's economic development efforts may also be influenced by the global trends in AI investment.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 26, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 4 min
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