Global stocks tumble as AI panic grips markets after Democrats’ midterm success – business live

The Guardian · Graeme Wearden, Siraj Datoo · 2026-11-06 12:14 UTC

Rolling coverage of the latest economic and financial news, as Asia-Pacific markets slide after Wall Street rout

Introduction: Global stocks tumble as AI panic grips markets

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Fears that the Democratic Party’s blue wave in this week’s midterm elections will sink the AI investment boom are roiling markets, following heavy losses on Wall Street last night.

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