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Global markets mixed as oil climbs; AI development costs surge

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Global stock markets experienced a mixed day as oil prices climbed to $108 per barrel, with U.S. futures showing gains after a tech-driven selloff. Analysts suggest that recent market dips, particularly in tech, may be a healthy rotation rather than the start of a major downturn, especially given the S&P 500's recent record highs. However, rising bond yields are significantly increasing the cost of capital for hyperscalers, doubling their weighted average cost of capital since 2023 and impacting AI development profitability. AI

IMPACT Rising bond yields are doubling the cost of capital for hyperscalers, potentially slowing AI development and requiring higher ROI.

RANK_REASON Article discusses market trends and analyst commentary on stock performance and the impact of rising yields on AI development costs.

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Jim Edwards ·

    Markets: As bond yields cool off, stock buyers step in where angels fear to tread

    Increasing yields in the bond market are making it more expensive for tech companies to borrow the money they need to fund AI development.

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