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US Stock Market Sector Analysis – Monday, November 17, 2025 BEARISH

Today's trading session in the US stock market saw significant turbulence, with 18 out of 22 sectors declining. A major driver of this downturn was the disappointing performance from notable infrastructure players like Dell Technologies (DELL), which plunged 8.4% to $121.95, and Super Micro (SMCI), down 6.4% to $34.10. In contrast, the utilities sector held up relatively well, buoyed by NextEra Energy (NEE), which rose 2.2% to $85.17. The Magnificent 7 experienced mixed results, with Alphabet (GOOG) leading the group with a 3.1% gain to $285.41, while other heavyweights like Microsoft (MSFT) and Apple (AAPL) faced losses of 0.5% and 1.8%, respectively.

Today's Market Events

Key Headlines

  • Bitcoin Miner Hive's Stock Rises After Record Q2 Revenue, AI Deal Yahoo
  • DELL Why Dell Technologies (DELL) Dipped More Than Broader Market Today Yahoo
  • Supermicro Showcases the Future of HPC Clusters and AI Infrastructure at Supercomputing 2025 Yahoo
  • SMCI Super Micro (SMCI) Stock Trades Down, Here Is Why Yahoo
  • UAL Why United Airlines (UAL) Stock Is Down Today Yahoo
  • How Might The Federal Reserve React To The September Jobs Report SeekingAlpha
  • BKNG Booking Holdings: Premiums To Fade As Room Night Growth Slows Versus Peers SeekingAlpha
  • Google’s Latest AI Push Hits Travel Stocks. Why They Can Rebound. Yahoo

AI and Technology Sector Analysis

The AI and technology investment theme faced challenges today, particularly impacting the performance of the Magnificent 7, which collectively saw a decline of 0.3%. Although Alphabet (GOOG) surged 3.1% on the back of a robust AI deal, companies like Nvidia (NVDA) and Meta Platforms (META) struggled, down 1.9% and 1.2%, respectively. The chip supply chain sector also lagged, with ASML's (ASML) minor gain of 1.3% failing to offset the broader negative sentiment affecting infrastructure stocks like SMCI and DELL, which are pivotal in AI infrastructure development.

US Stock Sector Overview

Sector 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA
Mag 7 (AI Spenders) -0.3% -3.7% N/A BELOW
Chip Supply Chain -1.3% -3.5% N/A BELOW
Infrastructure -5.8% -10.3% N/A BELOW
Enterprise Software -2.0% -4.7% N/A BELOW
Finance -1.5% -4.6% N/A BELOW
Healthcare -0.4% +0.7% N/A BELOW
Retail & Consulting -0.6% -0.5% N/A BELOW
Airlines -4.9% -4.3% N/A BELOW
Hospitality & Travel -2.9% -4.0% N/A BELOW
Food & Restaurant -1.0% -1.5% N/A BELOW
Logistics -0.6% -0.1% N/A BELOW
Industrial -0.9% -2.2% N/A BELOW
Cybersecurity -1.4% -7.6% N/A BELOW
Chip Equipment +0.6% -2.5% N/A BELOW
Data Center REITs -0.7% -5.9% N/A BELOW
Utilities +1.6% +0.8% N/A ABOVE
Energy -1.6% -0.9% N/A BELOW
Defense & Aerospace +0.1% -0.7% N/A BELOW
Telecom -0.2% +1.2% N/A ABOVE
Media & Entertainment -0.5% -5.5% N/A BELOW
Biotech +0.4% +1.1% N/A ABOVE
Materials -1.9% -2.8% N/A BELOW

Sector Strength

Utilities +1.6% 20d: N/A
NEE +2.2%, DUK +2.0%, SO +0.7%
Chip Equipment +0.6% 20d: N/A
ASML +1.3% [<50MA], AMAT +1.2%, LRCX -0.5% [<50MA]
Biotech +0.4% 20d: N/A
AMGN +1.5%, GILD -0.7%

Sector Warnings

Infrastructure -5.8% 20d: N/A
DELL -8.4% [<50MA], SMCI -6.4% [<50MA], VRT -2.5% [<50MA]
Airlines -4.9% 20d: N/A
UAL -5.3% [<50MA], DAL -4.5% [<50MA]
Hospitality & Travel -2.9% 20d: N/A
BKNG -4.8% [<50MA], MAR -1.0% [<50MA]
Enterprise Software -2.0% 20d: N/A
CRM -2.7% [<50MA], ADBE -1.8% [<50MA], NOW -1.7% [<50MA]
Materials -1.9% 20d: N/A
APD -2.4% [<50MA], LIN -1.3% [<50MA]

Sector Deep Dive

The utilities sector was a rare bright spot in today's market, with an average gain of 1.6%. NextEra Energy (NEE) led the sector with a 2.2% increase to $85.17, supported by its strong renewable energy position. Duke Energy (DUK) also contributed positively, rising 2.0% to $125.18. This sector remains above its 50-day moving average, signaling resilience amid broader market pressures.

Conversely, the infrastructure sector faced substantial headwinds, leading to an 5.8% decline. Dell Technologies (DELL) was among the top losers, dropping 8.4% to $121.95, reflecting concerns over its growth prospects in a competitive tech environment. Similarly, Super Micro (SMCI) fell 6.4% to $34.10, as investors reacted to its presentation at Supercomputing 2025, which failed to excite the market. The sector's performance remains significantly below its 50-day moving average, indicating ongoing bearish sentiment.

The airline industry was hit hard today, with a collective drop of 4.9%. United Airlines (UAL) fell 5.3% to $89.95, while Delta Air Lines (DAL) was down 4.5% to $55.76, reflecting broader concerns about rising operational costs and competition. The hospitality and travel sectors also suffered, with Booking Holdings (BKNG) down 4.8% to $4,794.84, as the market reacts to reduced growth expectations in travel demand, particularly in light of Google’s new AI initiatives impacting travel stocks.

Market Breadth Analysis

US stock market breadth analysis shows 3 of 22 sectors trading above their 50-day moving average, while 19 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
GOOG $285.41 +3.1% -2.1% N/A ABOVE 0
TSLA $408.92 +1.1% -7.0% N/A BELOW 0
MSFT $506.54 -0.5% -0.2% N/A BELOW 1
AMZN $232.87 -0.8% -6.5% N/A BELOW 4
META $601.52 -1.2% -4.0% N/A BELOW 2
AAPL $267.21 -1.8% -2.8% N/A BELOW 4
NVDA $186.59 -1.9% -3.4% N/A BELOW 1
Chip Supply Chain Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
ARM $140.26 +0.4% -6.3% N/A BELOW 0
AVGO $342.00 +0.1% -2.6% N/A BELOW 0
TSM $281.25 -1.0% -3.1% N/A BELOW 1
AMD $240.52 -2.5% +1.3% N/A BELOW 3
MRVL $83.39 -3.5% -6.6% N/A BELOW 3
Infrastructure Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
VRT $166.59 -2.5% -6.9% N/A BELOW 1
SMCI $34.10 -6.4% -12.2% N/A BELOW 1
DELL $121.95 -8.4% -11.7% N/A BELOW 3
Enterprise Software Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
PLTR $171.25 -1.6% -10.3% N/A BELOW 1
NOW $167.16 -1.7% -2.9% N/A BELOW 1
ADBE $325.07 -1.8% -2.4% N/A BELOW 3
CRM $236.65 -2.7% -3.1% N/A BELOW 1
Finance Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
JPM $299.02 -1.1% -4.8% N/A BELOW 3
GS $771.73 -1.9% -4.3% N/A BELOW 3
Healthcare Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
LLY $1021.70 -0.3% +3.5% N/A ABOVE 1
UNH $318.38 -0.4% -2.1% N/A BELOW 3
Retail & Consulting Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
WMT $102.74 +0.5% -0.5% N/A BELOW 0
ACN $241.33 -1.6% -0.5% N/A BELOW 2
Airlines Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
DAL $55.76 -4.5% -3.4% N/A BELOW 3
UAL $89.95 -5.3% -5.3% N/A BELOW 3
Hospitality & Travel Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
MAR $282.22 -1.0% -3.1% N/A BELOW 4
BKNG $4794.84 -4.8% -4.9% N/A BELOW 3
Food & Restaurant Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
MCD $303.08 -0.7% -0.6% N/A BELOW 2
SBUX $83.69 -1.3% -2.5% N/A BELOW 3
Logistics Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
UPS $94.19 -0.2% +0.8% N/A ABOVE 1
FDX $263.38 -1.1% -1.1% N/A BELOW 1
Industrial Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
CAT $550.76 -0.4% -2.8% N/A BELOW 1
HON $196.08 -1.5% -1.6% N/A BELOW 1
Cybersecurity Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
PANW $202.90 -1.1% -7.0% N/A BELOW 1
CRWD $529.78 -1.4% -4.8% N/A BELOW 1
ZS $294.92 -1.5% -11.0% N/A BELOW 4
Chip Equipment Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
ASML $1018.66 +1.3% -0.2% N/A BELOW 0
AMAT $228.26 +1.2% +0.0% N/A ABOVE 0
LRCX $147.22 -0.5% -7.4% N/A BELOW 3
Data Center REITs Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
DLR $156.45 -0.3% -6.4% N/A BELOW 1
EQIX $772.20 -1.1% -5.4% N/A BELOW 4
Utilities Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
NEE $85.17 +2.2% -0.0% N/A ABOVE 0
DUK $125.18 +2.0% +2.1% N/A ABOVE 0
SO $90.58 +0.7% +0.2% N/A ABOVE 0
Energy Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
XOM $117.68 -1.3% -0.9% N/A BELOW 1
CVX $153.11 -1.8% -0.9% N/A BELOW 1
Defense & Aerospace Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
LMT $467.23 +1.1% +3.0% N/A ABOVE 0
RTX $174.94 +0.0% -2.0% N/A BELOW 0
GD $340.39 -0.7% -3.0% N/A BELOW 1
Telecom Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
TMUS $214.78 -0.1% +1.8% N/A ABOVE 1
VZ $40.31 -0.1% +0.8% N/A ABOVE 2
T $25.17 -0.5% +1.2% N/A BELOW 2
Media & Entertainment Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
DIS $104.98 -0.1% -8.0% N/A BELOW 3
NFLX $110.29 -0.8% -3.0% N/A BELOW 3
Biotech Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
AMGN $339.29 +1.5% +1.0% N/A ABOVE 0
GILD $123.28 -0.7% +1.2% N/A ABOVE 2
Materials Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
LIN $416.32 -1.3% -2.1% N/A BELOW 3
APD $251.26 -2.4% -3.5% N/A BELOW 2

Key Stock Movers

Today's biggest movers by absolute percentage change: DELL (Infrastructure) fell 8.4% to $121.95. SMCI (Infrastructure) fell 6.4% to $34.10. UAL (Airlines) fell 5.3% to $89.95. BKNG (Hospitality & Travel) fell 4.8% to $4794.84. DAL (Airlines) fell 4.5% to $55.76. 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, market breadth remains concerning, with only 3 sectors above their 50-day moving averages while 19 are below, indicating a weak overall market sentiment. Alert counts suggest that volatility may continue as investors digest the implications of today's earnings misses and broader economic data. Positioning for potential rebounds in resilient sectors such as utilities could be prudent, while caution is advised in sectors showing persistent weakness.

Hypothetical Portfolio

SIMULATION
Value $97,000
P&L -3.00%
Today -1.13%
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