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US Stock Market Sector Analysis – Thursday, November 13, 2025 BEARISH

The US stock market saw significant pressure today as concerns over potential rate cuts dampened investor sentiment, leading to a broad sell-off across 18 sectors. Notably, Disney (DIS) reported disappointing Q4 earnings, causing its stock to plunge 7.7% to $106.89 and amplifying fears in the media sector. The Magnificent 7 stocks collectively dropped 2.5%, with Tesla (TSLA) leading the decline at -6.6% to $401.99, reflecting growing uncertainty in the technology space. Overall, the S&P 500 closed lower as market participants reacted to macroeconomic signals and earnings reports.

Today's Market Events

Key Headlines

  • DIS Disney Q4 Earnings: Some Concerning Trends Are Emerging SeekingAlpha
  • Podcast: Tech Selloff, Rate-Cut Worries Yahoo
  • Nasdaq Logs Worst Day in Nearly 5 Weeks as Data Release Uncertainty Dims Rate Cut Hopes Yahoo
  • Earnings live: Applied Materials stock falls, Disney tumbles, Cisco rises Yahoo
  • Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq futures slide after bruising sell-off as rate-cut doubts creep in Yahoo
  • Stock market today: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq futures tick down as clouded Fed rate cut picture weighs on Wall Street Yahoo
  • PLTR Palantir CEO slams ‘parasitic’ critics calling the tech a surveillance tool: ‘Not only is patriotism right, patriotism will make you rich’ Yahoo
  • US Equity Indexes Plunge as Sliding December Rate-Cut Bets Amid Inflationary Concerns Hit Technology Yahoo

AI and Technology Sector Analysis

The AI and technology investment theme faced significant headwinds today, as the Magnificent 7 stocks experienced steep declines amid rising inflation concerns. Notably, Nvidia (NVDA) fell 3.6% to $186.85, while Palantir (PLTR) dropped 6.5% to $172.14, as skepticism around enterprise software and chip supply chains intensified. The infrastructure sector also struggled, with SMCI down 7.4% to $35.09, highlighting the challenges in capitalizing on AI advancements in the current economic climate.

US Stock Sector Overview

Sector 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA
Mag 7 (AI Spenders) -2.5% N/A N/A BELOW
Chip Supply Chain -3.8% N/A N/A BELOW
Infrastructure -6.0% N/A N/A BELOW
Enterprise Software -2.9% N/A N/A BELOW
Finance -3.7% N/A N/A BELOW
Healthcare -0.7% N/A N/A BELOW
Retail & Consulting -0.2% N/A N/A BELOW
Airlines -1.9% N/A N/A BELOW
Hospitality & Travel -1.7% N/A N/A BELOW
Food & Restaurant -0.4% N/A N/A BELOW
Logistics -0.4% N/A N/A BELOW
Industrial -2.1% N/A N/A BELOW
Cybersecurity -2.7% N/A N/A BELOW
Chip Equipment -3.3% N/A N/A BELOW
Data Center REITs -3.4% N/A N/A BELOW
Utilities -1.1% N/A N/A BELOW
Energy +1.0% N/A N/A BELOW
Defense & Aerospace -1.3% N/A N/A BELOW
Telecom +0.7% N/A N/A ABOVE
Media & Entertainment -4.0% N/A N/A BELOW
Biotech +0.7% N/A N/A BELOW
Materials +0.2% N/A N/A ABOVE

Sector Strength

Energy +1.0% 20d: N/A
CVX +1.5%, XOM +0.6% [<50MA]
Biotech +0.7% 20d: N/A
GILD +1.5%, AMGN -0.1% [<50MA]
Telecom +0.7% 20d: N/A
TMUS +0.9%, VZ +0.8%, T +0.4%
Materials +0.2% 20d: N/A
APD +0.6%, LIN -0.1%

Sector Warnings

Infrastructure -6.0% 20d: N/A
SMCI -7.4% [<50MA], VRT -5.6% [<50MA], DELL -4.8% [<50MA]
Media & Entertainment -4.0% 20d: N/A
DIS -7.7% [<50MA], NFLX -0.3%
Chip Supply Chain -3.8% 20d: N/A
ARM -5.7% [<50MA], AVGO -4.3% [<50MA], AMD -4.2% [<50MA]
Finance -3.7% 20d: N/A
GS -4.0% [<50MA], JPM -3.4% [<50MA]
Data Center REITs -3.4% 20d: N/A
DLR -3.5% [<50MA], EQIX -3.3% [<50MA]

Sector Deep Dive

The energy sector showed some resilience today, with Chevron (CVX) gaining 1.5% to $153.86 and Exxon Mobil (XOM) increasing 0.6% to $117.76. This positive performance contrasts sharply with the broader market sentiment, where the majority of sectors are struggling below their 50-day moving averages. The sector's ability to maintain upward momentum is noteworthy, especially as other sectors face significant declines.

Telecom stocks exhibited relative strength, with T-Mobile US (TMUS) rising 0.9% to $213.51 and Verizon (VZ) up 0.8% to $40.41. This sector stands out as one of the few trading above the 50MA, indicating investor confidence amidst market turmoil. The stability in telecom could be attributed to its defensive nature, providing a safe haven for investors concerned about broader economic instability.

The media and entertainment sector faced a harsh reality check today, with Disney (DIS) suffering a 7.7% decline to $106.89 following its Q4 earnings report that revealed concerning trends. This steep drop reflects broader challenges within the sector, which is now well below its 50-day moving average. The sell-off illustrates the risks investors face in an industry grappling with changing consumer behaviors and economic pressures.

Market Breadth Analysis

US stock market breadth analysis shows 2 of 22 sectors trading above their 50-day moving average, while 20 are below. With the majority of sectors below the 50-day MA, medium-term momentum is deteriorating. The 20-day breadth shows 22 sectors in negative territory, pointing to widespread selling pressure.

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S&P 500 & NASDAQ 100

20-Day Sector Performance

1-Day vs 5-Day Sector Change

Stock-Level Detail

Mag 7 (AI Spenders) Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
META $609.39 +0.1% N/A N/A BELOW 0
AAPL $272.69 -0.2% N/A N/A BELOW 2
MSFT $502.35 -1.5% N/A N/A BELOW 1
AMZN $237.58 -2.7% N/A N/A BELOW 2
GOOG $278.94 -2.9% N/A N/A BELOW 2
NVDA $186.85 -3.6% N/A N/A BELOW 1
TSLA $401.99 -6.6% N/A N/A BELOW 2
Chip Supply Chain Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
MRVL $87.46 -2.0% N/A N/A BELOW 1
TSM $281.44 -2.9% N/A N/A BELOW 2
AMD $247.96 -4.2% N/A N/A BELOW 1
AVGO $339.33 -4.3% N/A N/A BELOW 1
ARM $140.31 -5.7% N/A N/A BELOW 2
Infrastructure Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
DELL $133.36 -4.8% N/A N/A BELOW 1
VRT $163.58 -5.6% N/A N/A BELOW 2
SMCI $35.09 -7.4% N/A N/A BELOW 2
Enterprise Software Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
ADBE $333.60 -1.0% N/A N/A BELOW 1
NOW $169.94 -1.7% N/A N/A BELOW 1
CRM $240.04 -2.3% N/A N/A BELOW 1
PLTR $172.14 -6.5% N/A N/A BELOW 2
Finance Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
JPM $308.09 -3.4% N/A N/A BELOW 1
GS $801.53 -4.0% N/A N/A BELOW 1
Healthcare Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
LLY $1021.37 +0.5% N/A N/A ABOVE 0
UNH $330.30 -1.9% N/A N/A BELOW 1
Retail & Consulting Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
ACN $247.57 +0.4% N/A N/A ABOVE 0
WMT $102.33 -0.9% N/A N/A BELOW 1
Airlines Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
DAL $59.91 -0.9% N/A N/A ABOVE 1
UAL $97.17 -2.8% N/A N/A BELOW 1
Hospitality & Travel Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
MAR $286.75 -1.5% N/A N/A BELOW 2
BKNG $5065.92 -1.9% N/A N/A BELOW 1
Food & Restaurant Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
MCD $305.75 +0.2% N/A N/A ABOVE 0
SBUX $85.82 -0.9% N/A N/A BELOW 1
Logistics Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
UPS $94.33 -0.2% N/A N/A ABOVE 1
FDX $265.98 -0.5% N/A N/A BELOW 1
Industrial Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
HON $198.68 -0.9% N/A N/A BELOW 1
CAT $552.26 -3.4% N/A N/A BELOW 1
Cybersecurity Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
PANW $204.77 -2.5% N/A N/A BELOW 2
ZS $308.60 -2.7% N/A N/A BELOW 2
CRWD $529.78 -2.9% N/A N/A BELOW 2
Chip Equipment Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
ASML $1018.52 -1.7% N/A N/A BELOW 1
AMAT $222.79 -3.3% N/A N/A BELOW 1
LRCX $153.07 -5.0% N/A N/A BELOW 1
Data Center REITs Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
EQIX $781.81 -3.3% N/A N/A BELOW 2
DLR $156.85 -3.5% N/A N/A BELOW 2
Utilities Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
DUK $122.52 -0.3% N/A N/A BELOW 1
SO $90.43 -0.8% N/A N/A BELOW 1
NEE $83.43 -2.2% N/A N/A BELOW 1
Energy Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
CVX $153.86 +1.5% N/A N/A ABOVE 0
XOM $117.76 +0.6% N/A N/A BELOW 0
Defense & Aerospace Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
LMT $452.42 -0.3% N/A N/A BELOW 2
GD $342.66 -1.5% N/A N/A BELOW 2
RTX $173.28 -2.1% N/A N/A BELOW 2
Telecom Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
TMUS $213.51 +0.9% N/A N/A ABOVE 0
VZ $40.41 +0.8% N/A N/A ABOVE 0
T $25.45 +0.4% N/A N/A ABOVE 0
Media & Entertainment Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
NFLX $115.42 -0.3% N/A N/A ABOVE 1
DIS $106.89 -7.7% N/A N/A BELOW 1
Biotech Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
GILD $124.38 +1.5% N/A N/A ABOVE 0
AMGN $333.62 -0.1% N/A N/A BELOW 2
Materials Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
APD $261.12 +0.6% N/A N/A ABOVE 0
LIN $427.07 -0.1% N/A N/A ABOVE 1

Key Stock Movers

Today's biggest movers by absolute percentage change: DIS (Media & Entertainment) fell 7.7% to $106.89. SMCI (Infrastructure) fell 7.4% to $35.09. TSLA (Mag 7 (AI Spenders)) fell 6.6% to $401.99. PLTR (Enterprise Software) fell 6.5% to $172.14. ARM (Chip Supply Chain) fell 5.7% to $140.31. These individual stock movements were key drivers of their respective sector performance.

Risk and Opportunity Assessment

No major risk alerts are triggered. In a directionless market, maintaining disciplined position sizing and clear stop-loss levels is key to managing downside risk while staying positioned for breakouts.

US Stock Market Outlook

Looking ahead, the market's breadth remains weak, with only 2 sectors above their 50-day moving averages. Today's alert counts indicate heightened caution among investors, suggesting that a further consolidation may be on the horizon. Positioning for potential recovery in resilient sectors such as energy and telecom could be prudent, while remaining vigilant to the broader market's direction amidst ongoing inflationary concerns.

Hypothetical Portfolio

SIMULATION
Value $98,316
P&L -1.68%
Today -2.00%
View full portfolio → Simulation only. Not investment advice.
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