US FUTURES FALL AS CHIP STOCKS SLIDE, YIELDS SPIKE

Stock futures moved lower in trading, reflecting broader market pressure from rising bond yields. The 10-year Treasury yield breached the 4.6% threshold, signaling increased borrowing costs across the economy. Semiconductor stocks bore the brunt of selling pressure. Nvidia and Micron Technology posted significant declines, dragging the sector down. Tech shares have proven particularly sensitive to yield movements, as higher rates reduce the present value of future earnings. The yield climb reflects ongoing market concerns about inflation and Federal Reserve policy. Investors are reassessing expectations for interest rate cuts, with bond markets pricing in a more hawkish outlook. The semiconductor sector's weakness adds to recent volatility in mega-cap technology stocks. Market participants are watching for potential broadening of losses beyond chips into other growth-dependent sectors. Economic data and Fed communications remain focal points for market direction ahead.