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US Stock Market Sector Analysis – Tuesday, February 03, 2026 MIXED

The US stock market experienced a mixed session today as major earnings reports pushed certain sectors higher while others struggled. Notably, Amgen (AMGN) reported an EPS of $5.29, exceeding expectations of $4.83, which contributed to a 3.1% increase in the Energy sector. Conversely, the Magnificent 7 stocks faced significant pressure, with an overall decline of 1.6%, highlighting ongoing investor concerns regarding future growth prospects amid tech disruptions. Companies like ServiceNow (NOW) and Adobe (ADBE) were particularly hard-hit, dropping 7.0% and 7.3%, respectively, in the Enterprise Software sector, which fell 3.6% today.

Today's Market Events

Key Headlines

  • The SCHD ETF Alternative Strategy Started 2026 Strong SeekingAlpha
  • Why Magnite (MGNI) Shares Are Trading Lower Today Yahoo
  • BKNG Booking Holdings (BKNG) Declines More Than Market: Some Information for Investors Yahoo
  • Kayak CEO Steve Hafner Exits Post After 22 Years Yahoo
  • Threat of New AI Tools Wipes $300 Billion Off Software and Data Stocks Yahoo
  • Heard on the Street Recap: Code Red Yahoo
  • Global software stocks extend losses amid fears over AI-led disruption CNBC
  • NOW ServiceNow Deepens AI Agent Push As Shares Trade Below Valuation Estimates Yahoo

Earnings Releases

  • AMGN EPS: $5.29 vs est $4.83 (beat)
  • AMD EPS: $1.53 vs est $1.33 (beat)
  • SMCI EPS: $0.69 vs est $0.50 (beat)

AI and Technology Sector Analysis

The AI/technology investment theme faced headwinds today as fears of disruption from emerging AI tools led to a $300 billion drop in software and data stocks. The Magnificent 7, including notable declines from Microsoft (MSFT) at $411.21 and Nvidia (NVDA) at $180.34, underscored the sector's struggles. Meanwhile, semiconductor firms remain under pressure, with the Chip Supply Chain sector falling 2.6% as concerns over supply chain stability persist amidst these technological shifts.

US Stock Sector Overview

Sector 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA
Mag 7 (AI Spenders) -1.6% -2.1% -0.8% ABOVE
Chip Supply Chain -2.6% -4.9% -3.0% BELOW
Infrastructure -0.6% -2.3% +0.3% BELOW
Enterprise Software -3.6% -9.5% -20.7% BELOW
Finance +0.7% +2.5% -3.8% ABOVE
Healthcare -2.2% -2.7% -12.1% BELOW
Retail & Consulting -3.3% -0.6% -0.4% BELOW
Airlines +2.6% +6.3% -4.1% ABOVE
Hospitality & Travel -4.8% -3.3% -7.1% BELOW
Food & Restaurant +0.9% -0.0% +4.8% ABOVE
Logistics +3.4% +10.1% +10.5% ABOVE
Industrial +1.6% +7.9% +12.9% ABOVE
Cybersecurity -5.1% -10.6% -11.3% BELOW
Chip Equipment -3.1% -3.7% +10.4% ABOVE
Data Center REITs -0.7% -0.5% +3.3% ABOVE
Utilities +2.3% +1.6% +5.3% ABOVE
Energy +3.1% +4.6% +16.2% ABOVE
Defense & Aerospace +0.9% +2.3% +8.7% ABOVE
Telecom +2.4% +11.7% +9.3% ABOVE
Media & Entertainment -1.8% -5.2% -10.4% BELOW
Biotech -0.7% +0.7% +10.3% ABOVE
Materials +1.7% +5.6% +6.8% ABOVE

Sector Strength

Logistics +3.4% 20d: +10.5%
FDX +5.4% (20d: +14.8%), UPS +1.4% (20d: +6.3%)
Energy +3.1% 20d: +16.2%
XOM +3.9% (20d: +18.7%), CVX +2.3% (20d: +13.7%)
Airlines +2.6% 20d: -4.1%
UAL +3.3% (20d: -5.7%), DAL +2.0% (20d: -2.5%)
Telecom +2.4% 20d: +9.3%
VZ +3.7% (20d: +16.8%), T +2.0% (20d: +11.5%), TMUS +1.4% (20d: -0.5%) [<50MA]
Utilities +2.3% 20d: +5.3%
NEE +2.9% (20d: +9.6%), SO +2.2% (20d: +3.0%), DUK +1.8% (20d: +3.3%)

Sector Warnings

Cybersecurity -5.1% 20d: -11.3% CRITICAL
ZS -6.3% (20d: -15.3%) [<50MA], PANW -5.2% (20d: -10.6%) [<50MA], CRWD -3.9% (20d: -8.0%) [<50MA]
Hospitality & Travel -4.8% 20d: -7.1%
BKNG -9.3% (20d: -13.2%) [<50MA], MAR -0.3% (20d: -1.1%)
Enterprise Software -3.6% 20d: -20.7% CRITICAL
ADBE -7.3% (20d: -19.1%) [<50MA], NOW -7.0% (20d: -26.2%) [<50MA], CRM -6.8% (20d: -25.3%) [<50MA]
Retail & Consulting -3.3% 20d: -0.4%
ACN -9.6% (20d: -12.6%) [<50MA], WMT +2.9% (20d: +11.7%)
Chip Equipment -3.1% 20d: +10.4%
ASML -3.2% (20d: +12.4%), LRCX -3.1% (20d: +11.2%), AMAT -3.0% (20d: +7.7%)

Sector Deep Dive

The Logistics sector bucked the trend, rising 3.4% today, buoyed by strong performance from FedEx (FDX), which gained 5.4% to reach $353.43. This sector has shown resilience with a 10.1% increase over the past five days and a strong 10.5% trend over the last 20 days, positioning it above the 50-day moving average. The positive momentum is a testament to the improving economic conditions that favor logistics and supply chain management.

The Energy sector also performed well, up 3.1% today, driven by robust earnings from ExxonMobil (XOM), which climbed 3.9% to $143.73. This sector continues to demonstrate strength, with a solid 16.2% increase over the last 20 days, reflecting ongoing demand for energy resources and a favorable pricing environment. With 14 sectors currently above their 50-day moving averages, Energy remains a key focus for investors seeking stability amidst market volatility.

In stark contrast, the Enterprise Software sector is in turmoil, down 3.6% today, with major players like Salesforce (CRM) and ServiceNow (NOW) reporting significant losses of 6.8% and 7.0%, respectively. Over the past 20 days, this sector has plummeted 20.7%, indicating a troubling trend that investors should monitor closely. The decline is fueled by fears surrounding AI-led disruptions that threaten traditional software models, prompting a reevaluation of valuations across the sector.

The Healthcare sector has also been under pressure, declining 2.2% today and down 12.1% over the last 20 days. This sector is currently beset by broader market fears related to AI advancements impacting pharmaceutical and data-driven healthcare models. Companies within this sector are experiencing heightened scrutiny as they navigate these challenges, and investor sentiment remains cautious, particularly for those stocks trailing below their 50-day moving averages.

Market Breadth Analysis

US stock market breadth analysis shows 14 of 22 sectors trading above their 50-day moving average, while 8 are below. The majority of sectors holding above the 50-day MA indicates healthy medium-term momentum. With 12 sectors positive over 20 days, buying pressure remains broad-based.

Interactive Charts

S&P 500 & NASDAQ 100

20-Day Sector Performance

1-Day vs 5-Day Sector Change

Active Alerts

HIGH Enterprise Software down -20.7% over 20 days
HIGH Healthcare down -12.1% over 20 days
HIGH Cybersecurity down -11.3% over 20 days
HIGH Media & Entertainment down -10.4% over 20 days
HIGH 5 sectors declining >5% over 20 days: Enterprise Software, Healthcare, Hospitality & Travel, Cybersecurity, Media & Entertainment

Stock-Level Detail

Mag 7 (AI Spenders) Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
TSLA $421.96 +0.0% -2.2% -2.5% BELOW 0
AAPL $269.23 -0.2% +5.1% +2.7% ABOVE 1
GOOG $340.70 -1.2% +1.3% +8.3% ABOVE 1
AMZN $238.62 -1.8% -1.8% -1.0% ABOVE 1
META $691.70 -2.1% +3.4% +4.7% ABOVE 3
NVDA $180.34 -2.8% -5.8% -3.7% BELOW 3
MSFT $411.21 -2.9% -14.6% -14.1% BELOW 4
Chip Supply Chain Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
TSM $335.75 -1.6% -1.9% +2.5% ABOVE 1
AMD $242.11 -1.7% -4.2% +13.0% ABOVE 1
ARM $104.55 -2.2% -4.9% -9.5% BELOW 1
AVGO $320.33 -3.3% -3.9% -6.8% BELOW 2
MRVL $75.54 -4.0% -9.7% -14.3% BELOW 4
Infrastructure Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
VRT $190.15 +0.1% -1.9% +8.7% ABOVE 0
SMCI $29.67 -0.1% -4.9% -2.8% BELOW 1
DELL $117.15 -1.7% -0.1% -5.1% BELOW 1
Enterprise Software Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
PLTR $157.88 +6.8% +0.3% -12.1% BELOW 0
CRM $196.38 -6.8% -13.9% -25.3% BELOW 6
NOW $109.77 -7.0% -15.3% -26.2% BELOW 1
ADBE $271.93 -7.3% -9.2% -19.1% BELOW 1
Finance Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
JPM $314.85 +2.2% +4.7% -5.9% ABOVE 0
GS $938.99 -0.8% +0.2% -1.7% ABOVE 1
Healthcare Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
UNH $284.18 -0.5% -3.3% -18.6% BELOW 4
LLY $1003.46 -3.9% -2.0% -5.7% BELOW 1
Retail & Consulting Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
WMT $127.71 +2.9% +9.6% +11.7% ABOVE 0
ACN $241.21 -9.6% -10.8% -12.6% BELOW 1
Airlines Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
UAL $110.86 +3.3% +5.7% -5.7% ABOVE 0
DAL $70.44 +2.0% +7.0% -2.5% ABOVE 0
Hospitality & Travel Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
MAR $318.42 -0.3% +2.0% -1.1% ABOVE 1
BKNG $4644.64 -9.3% -8.7% -13.2% BELOW 1
Food & Restaurant Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
SBUX $93.04 +1.5% -2.2% +4.0% ABOVE 0
MCD $319.48 +0.3% +2.1% +5.5% ABOVE 0
Logistics Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
FDX $353.43 +5.4% +12.3% +14.8% ABOVE 0
UPS $111.85 +1.4% +7.9% +6.3% ABOVE 0
Industrial Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
CAT $702.89 +1.7% +9.3% +13.1% ABOVE 0
HON $230.91 +1.5% +6.6% +12.7% ABOVE 0
Cybersecurity Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
CRWD $421.73 -3.9% -10.1% -8.0% BELOW 5
PANW $166.24 -5.2% -9.5% -10.6% BELOW 2
ZS $188.05 -6.3% -12.1% -15.3% BELOW 1
Chip Equipment Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
AMAT $318.67 -3.0% -5.4% +7.7% ABOVE 1
LRCX $230.10 -3.1% -4.0% +11.2% ABOVE 1
ASML $1394.04 -3.2% -1.9% +12.4% ABOVE 1
Data Center REITs Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
DLR $164.45 -0.4% +0.8% +4.9% ABOVE 3
EQIX $801.83 -1.1% -1.8% +1.7% ABOVE 3
Utilities Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
NEE $88.82 +2.9% +1.4% +9.6% ABOVE 0
SO $90.13 +2.2% +2.0% +3.0% ABOVE 0
DUK $121.67 +1.8% +1.2% +3.3% ABOVE 0
Energy Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
XOM $143.73 +3.9% +4.5% +18.7% ABOVE 0
CVX $178.04 +2.3% +4.8% +13.7% ABOVE 0
Defense & Aerospace Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
GD $355.31 +2.6% -0.4% -1.1% ABOVE 0
RTX $203.50 +1.2% +2.0% +6.9% ABOVE 0
LMT $628.26 -1.2% +5.2% +20.3% ABOVE 1
Telecom Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
VZ $46.25 +3.7% +17.4% +16.8% ABOVE 0
T $26.83 +2.0% +11.5% +11.5% ABOVE 0
TMUS $197.68 +1.4% +6.1% -0.5% BELOW 0
Media & Entertainment Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
DIS $104.22 -0.2% -4.9% -9.0% BELOW 2
NFLX $79.94 -3.4% -5.6% -11.8% BELOW 2
Biotech Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
GILD $143.28 +0.3% +2.5% +18.1% ABOVE 0
AMGN $338.59 -1.8% -1.1% +2.6% ABOVE 1
Materials Show individual tickers
Ticker Price 1D 5D 20D vs 50MA Down Days
APD $277.96 +2.6% +8.6% +7.6% ABOVE 0
LIN $463.57 +0.7% +2.7% +6.0% ABOVE 0

Key Stock Movers

Today's biggest movers by absolute percentage change: ACN (Retail & Consulting) fell 9.6% to $241.21. BKNG (Hospitality & Travel) fell 9.3% to $4644.64. ADBE (Enterprise Software) fell 7.3% to $271.93. NOW (Enterprise Software) fell 7.0% to $109.77. PLTR (Enterprise Software) rose 6.8% to $157.88. These individual stock movements were key drivers of their respective sector performance.

Risk and Opportunity Assessment

On the risk side, 5 high-severity alerts are currently active, signaling significant sector declines that warrant portfolio risk management attention. Consider reducing exposure to affected sectors and tightening stop-loss levels.

US Stock Market Outlook

Looking ahead, the overall market breadth remains concerning with 8 sectors below their 50-day moving averages. Active alerts signal heightened volatility, particularly within the Enterprise Software and Healthcare sectors, both of which are experiencing significant declines. Investors may consider defensive positioning in sectors like Logistics and Energy, which have shown resilience, while remaining vigilant about the ongoing developments in AI technology that could further impact market dynamics.

Hypothetical Portfolio

SIMULATION
Value $101,853
P&L +1.85%
Today -0.33%
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