US Stock Market Sector Analysis – Monday, March 30, 2026 MIXED

The US stock market is experiencing a mixed session today, with 12 sectors advancing while 8 are declining. Notably, the infrastructure sector faces headwinds, with Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) down 4.5% at $23.94 and Vertiv (VRT) plunging 6.7% to $234.22. The Magnificent 7 stocks continue to struggle, with declines led by Tesla (TSLA) down 1.8% at $355.28 and NVIDIA (NVDA) falling 1.4% to $165.17, reflecting broader challenges in AI investments. On the flip side, ServiceNow (NOW) is a standout performer, surging 5.6% to $104.97.

Market Condition Dashboard

US 10-Year Treasury Yield

Wait & Watch

4.42%

rising

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Confidence

Crude Oil (WTI)

Alert (Surging)

$104.76

+5.1% 1D

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VIX (Fear Index)

Fear Rising — Not Yet Buy Signal

30.6

-1.4% 1D

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200-Day Moving Average

Clearly Bearish

3/3 below

SPY below (-4.0%), QQQ below (-5.8%), DIA below (-2.5%)

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CNN Fear & Greed Index

Buy-Prep Signal Active

Extreme Fear (-2)

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Signal analysis only — not investment advice

Sector Performance (Base=100)

Today's Market Events

Key Headlines

This Stock Looks Like a Solid AI Bet—and Wall Street Hasn’t Noticed Yet Yahoo
Marvell (MRVL) Marvell Stock Is Ready for Agentic AI. Wall Street May Miss It. Yahoo
Vertiv (VRT) Vertiv Announces Expansion of Two Ohio Facilities, Including U.S. Headquarters Yahoo
Vertiv (VRT) Vertiv to Expand Ohio Manufacturing to Boost U.S. Production of Critical Thermal Management Technologies for AI Data Centers Yahoo
Uncover the latest developments among S&P500 stocks in today's session. ChartMill
ServiceNow (NOW) Why ServiceNow Stock Jumped Today Yahoo
Chip Stocks Falls as Sector Selloff Deepens, Optical Names Lead Losses Yahoo
Micron Just Gave Incredible News to Investors of This AI Infrastructure Stock That Has Tripled in a Year Yahoo

AI and Technology Sector Analysis

The AI and technology investment theme remains under pressure today, particularly for the Magnificent 7, which collectively posted a slight decline of 0.1%. Stocks like NVIDIA (NVDA) and Marvell (MRVL) are seeing significant declines, with Marvell down 7.5% at $87.81, potentially signaling concerns regarding chip supply chains crucial for AI infrastructure. The ongoing sell-off in chip stocks raises questions about long-term investment viability in this sector.

US Stock Sector Overview

Sector	1D	5D	20D	vs 50MA
Mag 7 (AI Spenders)	-0.1%	-5.3%	-9.6%	BELOW
Chip Supply Chain	-3.6%	-4.5%	-0.0%	BELOW
Infrastructure	-4.6%	-4.5%	-3.3%	ABOVE
Enterprise Software	+1.9%	-2.2%	-7.6%	BELOW
Finance	+0.5%	-3.2%	-5.9%	BELOW
Healthcare	+1.0%	-2.8%	-10.7%	BELOW
Retail	+0.9%	+1.8%	-2.3%	BELOW
IT Services	+1.5%	+0.3%	-4.6%	BELOW
Airlines	-3.1%	-7.1%	-9.5%	BELOW
Hospitality & Travel	+1.0%	-2.8%	-2.8%	BELOW
Food & Restaurant	+0.4%	-2.7%	-8.7%	BELOW
Logistics	-0.2%	-4.3%	-13.4%	BELOW
Industrial	-1.9%	-3.0%	-8.0%	BELOW
Cybersecurity	+3.6%	-2.2%	-5.1%	BELOW
Chip Equipment	-4.4%	-13.4%	-7.9%	BELOW
Data Center REITs	-0.0%	+0.1%	-1.2%	ABOVE
Utilities	+1.2%	+2.3%	-0.1%	ABOVE
Energy	+0.0%	+2.8%	+12.3%	ABOVE
Defense & Aerospace	-2.0%	-2.3%	-8.8%	BELOW
Telecom	+0.1%	-0.1%	-0.9%	ABOVE
Media & Entertainment	+0.8%	+0.1%	-6.8%	BELOW
Biotech	+0.8%	-0.6%	-7.6%	BELOW
Materials	+0.7%	+3.0%	+3.2%	ABOVE
Analog & Embedded Chips	-2.6%	-6.4%	-11.9%	BELOW

Sector Strength

Cybersecurity +3.6% 20d: -5.1%

Palo Alto Networks (PANW) +5.0% (20d: -1.1%) [<50MA], Zscaler (ZS) +3.1% (20d: -11.3%) [<50MA], CrowdStrike (CRWD) +2.8% (20d: -2.9%) [<50MA]

Enterprise Software +1.9% 20d: -7.6%

ServiceNow (NOW) +5.6% (20d: -7.3%) [<50MA], Salesforce (CRM) +3.2% (20d: -5.6%) [<50MA], Adobe (ADBE) +2.7% (20d: -11.0%) [<50MA]

IT Services +1.5% 20d: -4.6%

Accenture (ACN) +2.6% (20d: -5.9%) [<50MA], IBM +0.4% (20d: -3.3%) [<50MA]

Utilities +1.2% 20d: -0.1%

Southern Co (SO) +1.4% (20d: +0.1%), Duke Energy (DUK) +1.3% (20d: +0.2%), NextEra Energy (NEE) +0.7% (20d: -0.6%)

Healthcare +1.0% 20d: -10.7%

UnitedHealth (UNH) +1.1% (20d: -9.5%) [<50MA], Eli Lilly (LLY) +1.0% (20d: -12.0%) [<50MA]

Sector Warnings

Infrastructure -4.6% 20d: -3.3%

Vertiv (VRT) -6.7% (20d: -4.2%), Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) -4.5% (20d: +8.2%), Dell (DELL) -4.2% (20d: +13.4%)

Chip Equipment -4.4% 20d: -7.9%

Lam Research (LRCX) -5.4% (20d: -7.9%) [<50MA], Applied Materials (AMAT) -4.2% (20d: -8.0%) [<50MA], ASML -3.7% (20d: -7.9%) [<50MA]

Chip Supply Chain -3.6% 20d: -0.0%

Marvell (MRVL) -7.5% (20d: +13.3%), ARM Holdings (ARM) -5.0% (20d: +12.5%), Intel (INTC) -4.5% (20d: -4.4%) [<50MA]

Airlines -3.1% 20d: -9.5%

United (UAL) -3.7% (20d: -16.9%) [<50MA], Delta (DAL) -2.5% (20d: -2.2%) [<50MA]

Analog & Embedded Chips -2.6% 20d: -11.9% CRITICAL

Microchip Technology (MCHP) -3.1% (20d: -15.9%) [<50MA], Texas Instruments (TXN) -2.1% (20d: -8.0%) [<50MA]

Sector Deep Dive

The infrastructure sector is facing notable challenges, as highlighted by significant losses in key players. Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) is down 4.5% at $23.94, while Vertiv (VRT) has suffered an even steeper decline of 6.7% to $234.22. This downturn is exacerbated by broader market uncertainties and a lack of investor confidence in infrastructure growth, as the sector's 50-day trend remains above the moving average yet shows a concerning shift in investor sentiment.

The enterprise software sector, led by notable declines in major players, is currently underperforming with a 50-day trend showing a decline of 18.5%. Despite ServiceNow (NOW)'s strong 5.6% jump to $104.97 today, the sector's overall performance is weighed down by broader market trends. Salesforce (CRM) remains resilient, gaining 3.2% to $185.03, yet the significant downward pressure from other companies suggests a challenging environment ahead.

Cybersecurity stocks, although showing some gains today, are still suffering from a broader trend of decline. Palo Alto Networks (PANW) rose 5.0% to $154.35, and CrowdStrike (CRWD) is up 2.8% at $380.06, but the sector's 50-day trend is down 23.3%. The volatility in this space raises concerns about sustained investment interest, particularly as major firms grapple with rising operational challenges.

The chip supply chain sector is facing significant headwinds, with both ARM Holdings (ARM) and Marvell (MRVL) showing notable losses of 5.0% and 7.5%, respectively. This sector is down overall, with a 50-day trend that signals increasing investor caution amid supply chain disruptions. The struggles of these companies reflect a broader concern about the sustainability of growth in technology reliant on robust semiconductor supply.

Energy stocks continue to show resilience, evidenced by a 30.4% performance over the last 50 days. With energy sector gains today remaining stable, this sector stands out as a potential safe haven amidst widespread declines in technology and infrastructure. The strength in energy may provide some counterbalance to the volatility seen in the AI and tech sectors.

Market Breadth Analysis

US stock market breadth analysis shows 6 of 24 sectors trading above their 50-day moving average, while 18 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.

Interactive Charts

S&P 500 & NASDAQ 100

50-Day Sector Performance

1-Day vs 5-Day Sector Change

Active Alerts

HIGH Healthcare down -10.7% over 20 days

HIGH Logistics down -13.4% over 20 days

HIGH Analog & Embedded Chips down -11.9% over 20 days

HIGH Enterprise Software down -18.5% over 50 days

HIGH Healthcare down -17.7% over 50 days

HIGH IT Services down -26.5% over 50 days

HIGH Airlines down -17.5% over 50 days

HIGH Cybersecurity down -23.3% over 50 days

HIGH 14 sectors declining >5% over 20 days: Mag 7 (AI Spenders), Enterprise Software, Finance, Healthcare, Airlines, Food & Restaurant, Logistics, Industrial, Cybersecurity, Chip Equipment, Defense & Aerospace, Media & Entertainment, Biotech, Analog & Embedded Chips

HIGH 9 sectors declining >10% over 50 days: Mag 7 (AI Spenders), Enterprise Software, Finance, Healthcare, IT Services, Airlines, Hospitality & Travel, Cybersecurity, Analog & Embedded Chips

MEDIUM META down -19.7% from 20-day high

Stock-Level Detail

Mag 7 (AI Spenders) Show individual tickers

Ticker	Price	1D	5D	20D	vs 50MA	Down Days
META	$536.38	+2.0%	-9.5%	-18.1%	BELOW	0
AMZN	$200.95	+0.8%	-3.0%	-3.7%	BELOW	0
MSFT	$358.96	+0.6%	-3.7%	-11.1%	BELOW	0
GOOG	$273.14	-0.2%	-5.6%	-10.0%	BELOW	3
AAPL	$246.63	-0.9%	-2.0%	-6.5%	BELOW	2
NVDA	$165.17	-1.4%	-5.7%	-8.3%	BELOW	3
TSLA	$355.28	-1.8%	-7.2%	-9.5%	BELOW	3

Chip Supply Chain Show individual tickers

Ticker	Price	1D	5D	20D	vs 50MA	Down Days
QCOM	$127.07	-0.0%	-1.2%	-7.4%	BELOW	2
AVGO	$293.41	-2.4%	-7.8%	-6.5%	BELOW	3
AMD	$196.04	-2.9%	-4.5%	+2.7%	BELOW	3
TSM	$316.50	-3.1%	-7.8%	-10.4%	BELOW	1
INTC	$41.19	-4.5%	-6.5%	-4.4%	BELOW	3
ARM	$136.96	-5.0%	+1.5%	+12.5%	ABOVE	3
MRVL	$87.81	-7.5%	-4.9%	+13.3%	ABOVE	3

Infrastructure Show individual tickers

Ticker	Price	1D	5D	20D	vs 50MA	Down Days
CSCO	$77.04	-3.6%	-4.7%	-2.4%	BELOW	2
SMCI	$21.06	-4.1%	-5.3%	-31.4%	BELOW	3
DELL	$164.66	-4.2%	-6.9%	+13.4%	ABOVE	3
HPE	$23.94	-4.5%	+7.9%	+8.2%	ABOVE	2
VRT	$234.22	-6.7%	-13.5%	-4.2%	ABOVE	3

Enterprise Software Show individual tickers

Ticker	Price	1D	5D	20D	vs 50MA	Down Days
NOW	$104.97	+5.6%	+0.3%	-7.3%	BELOW	0
CRM	$185.03	+3.2%	+1.1%	-5.6%	BELOW	0
ADBE	$241.13	+2.7%	+0.9%	-11.0%	BELOW	0
PLTR	$137.55	-3.9%	-11.1%	-6.6%	BELOW	3

Finance Show individual tickers

Ticker	Price	1D	5D	20D	vs 50MA	Down Days
GS	$807.60	+0.6%	-3.4%	-6.4%	BELOW	0
JPM	$283.77	+0.3%	-3.0%	-5.5%	BELOW	0

Healthcare Show individual tickers

Ticker	Price	1D	5D	20D	vs 50MA	Down Days
UNH	$261.79	+1.1%	-3.9%	-9.5%	BELOW	0
LLY	$886.63	+1.0%	-1.8%	-12.0%	BELOW	0

Retail Show individual tickers

Ticker	Price	1D	5D	20D	vs 50MA	Down Days
COST	$996.58	+1.3%	+2.3%	-1.1%	ABOVE	0
WMT	$123.50	+0.5%	+1.2%	-3.4%	BELOW	0

IT Services Show individual tickers

Ticker	Price	1D	5D	20D	vs 50MA	Down Days
ACN	$197.55	+2.6%	+2.1%	-5.9%	BELOW	0
IBM	$237.25	+0.4%	-1.4%	-3.3%	BELOW	0

Airlines Show individual tickers

Ticker	Price	1D	5D	20D	vs 50MA	Down Days
DAL	$63.19	-2.5%	-5.2%	-2.2%	BELOW	3
UAL	$85.21	-3.7%	-8.9%	-16.9%	BELOW	5

Hospitality & Travel Show individual tickers

Ticker	Price	1D	5D	20D	vs 50MA	Down Days
BKNG	$4117.51	+1.4%	-4.0%	-0.6%	BELOW	0
MAR	$319.31	+0.6%	-1.5%	-4.9%	BELOW	0

Food & Restaurant Show individual tickers

Ticker	Price	1D	5D	20D	vs 50MA	Down Days
MCD	$308.53	+0.9%	+0.2%	-7.1%	BELOW	0
SBUX	$86.72	-0.1%	-5.7%	-10.3%	BELOW	3

Logistics Show individual tickers

Ticker	Price	1D	5D	20D	vs 50MA	Down Days
UPS	$94.95	+0.2%	-3.5%	-16.1%	BELOW	0
FDX	$341.76	-0.6%	-5.1%	-10.7%	BELOW	4

Industrial Show individual tickers

Ticker	Price	1D	5D	20D	vs 50MA	Down Days
HON	$223.48	+0.2%	+0.9%	-8.4%	BELOW	0
CAT	$667.43	-4.0%	-6.9%	-7.6%	BELOW	3

Cybersecurity Show individual tickers

Ticker	Price	1D	5D	20D	vs 50MA
PANW	$154.35	+5.0%	-1.8%	-1.1%	BELOW
ZS	$137.26	+3.1%	-1.5%	-11.3%	BELOW
CRWD	$380.06	+2.8%	-3.3%	-2.9%	BELOW

Chip Equipment Show individual tickers

Ticker	Price	1D	5D	20D	vs 50MA	Down Days
ASML	$1253.96	-3.7%	-10.4%	-7.9%	BELOW	4
AMAT	$323.12	-4.2%	-13.6%	-8.0%	BELOW	4
LRCX	$199.93	-5.4%	-16.3%	-7.9%	BELOW	4

Data Center REITs Show individual tickers

Ticker	Price	1D	5D	20D	vs 50MA	Down Days
EQIX	$964.05	+0.1%	-0.0%	-0.8%	ABOVE	0
DLR	$175.18	-0.1%	+0.3%	-1.7%	ABOVE	1

Utilities Show individual tickers

Ticker	Price	1D	5D	20D	vs 50MA
SO	$96.93	+1.4%	+3.1%	+0.1%	ABOVE
DUK	$131.71	+1.3%	+3.4%	+0.2%	ABOVE
NEE	$92.05	+0.7%	+0.5%	-0.6%	ABOVE

Energy Show individual tickers

Ticker	Price	1D	5D	20D	vs 50MA	Down Days
XOM	$171.47	+0.3%	+3.7%	+12.9%	ABOVE	0
CVX	$210.71	-0.2%	+1.9%	+11.6%	ABOVE	1

Defense & Aerospace Show individual tickers

Ticker	Price	1D	5D	20D	vs 50MA	Down Days
RTX	$187.15	-1.3%	-3.5%	-9.4%	BELOW	3
GD	$340.79	-1.7%	-1.6%	-6.6%	BELOW	2
LMT	$598.57	-2.8%	-1.9%	-10.4%	BELOW	2

Telecom Show individual tickers

Ticker	Price	1D	5D	20D	vs 50MA	Down Days
TMUS	$213.94	+1.5%	+1.3%	-2.1%	ABOVE	0
VZ	$50.30	-0.0%	-1.2%	-1.1%	ABOVE	2
T	$28.78	-1.1%	-0.3%	+0.4%	ABOVE	1

Media & Entertainment Show individual tickers

Ticker	Price	1D	5D	20D	vs 50MA	Down Days
DIS	$94.32	+2.1%	-2.1%	-8.7%	BELOW	0
NFLX	$92.97	-0.5%	+2.3%	-4.8%	ABOVE	1

Biotech Show individual tickers

Ticker	Price	1D	5D	20D	vs 50MA	Down Days
GILD	$136.34	+1.6%	-1.3%	-7.8%	BELOW	0
AMGN	$349.00	+0.1%	+0.2%	-7.4%	BELOW	0

Materials Show individual tickers

Ticker	Price	1D	5D	20D	vs 50MA	Down Days
LIN	$499.26	+1.7%	+4.0%	-0.5%	ABOVE	0
APD	$291.56	-0.2%	+1.9%	+6.8%	ABOVE	2

Analog & Embedded Chips Show individual tickers

Ticker	Price	1D	5D	20D	vs 50MA	Down Days
TXN	$186.42	-2.1%	-4.2%	-8.0%	BELOW	3
MCHP	$60.06	-3.1%	-8.5%	-15.9%	BELOW	4

Key Stock Movers

Today's biggest movers by absolute percentage change: Marvell (MRVL) (Chip Supply Chain) fell 7.5% to $87.81. Vertiv (VRT) (Infrastructure) fell 6.7% to $234.22. ServiceNow (NOW) (Enterprise Software) rose 5.6% to $104.97. Lam Research (LRCX) (Chip Equipment) fell 5.4% to $199.93. Palo Alto Networks (PANW) (Cybersecurity) rose 5.0% to $154.35. These individual stock movements were key drivers of their respective sector performance.

Risk and Opportunity Assessment

On the risk side, 10 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, market breadth remains concerning with 18 sectors below their 50-day moving averages, highlighting a bearish sentiment. The alert counts for sectors like healthcare and IT services indicate significant downward momentum, suggesting that investors should approach with caution. Positioning for potential rebounds in resilient sectors, particularly energy and cybersecurity, may offer strategic opportunities as the market navigates these turbulent waters.

Hypothetical Portfolio

SIMULATION

Value $98,988

P&L -1.01%

Today -1.02%

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