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Futures Steady as Tech Selloff Eases; Amazon Drops on AI Spending Surge

U.S. stock futures held steady in early premarket trading after a sharp tech-led decline earlier in the week, giving investors a moment to reassess the sector’s rapid pullback. Major index futures hovered near flat, suggesting a more measured tone after days of volatility. While sentiment remains cautious, some traders appear to be stepping back in following the recent selloff in high‑growth names. Amazon shares slipped in premarket action after the company signaled a significant increase in capital expenditures tied to artificial intelligence infrastructure. The planned investment highlights Amazon’s push to expand its AI capabilities, but the scale of spending raised concerns about near‑term pressure on margins. Market attention now turns to upcoming economic data and corporate earnings, which could help determine whether tech stocks regain momentum or continue to face headwinds. For the moment, futures point to a steadier start as investors look for the next catalyst.

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Trump Administration Reverses Controversial Visa Terminations

 

The Trump administration has reversed its abrupt decision to terminate the legal status of thousands of foreign students studying in the United States. This move follows intense scrutiny from courts and over 100 lawsuits filed by affected students. The terminations, which were linked to minor infractions or unclear reasons, had left many students fearing deportation and unable to continue their studies.

The Justice Department announced the reversal in federal court, stating that Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is developing a new policy for reviewing and terminating student visa records. Until this policy is finalized, the records of affected students will remain active or be reactivated. However, ICE retains the authority to terminate records for other reasons, such as unlawful activity.

This decision has brought relief to many students and universities, but uncertainty remains about the long-term implications and the scope of the reversal. The administration's initial move had sparked widespread panic and disrupted the lives of countless students, highlighting the challenges of navigating immigration policies in the U.S..

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