Wednesday, February 25, 2026

Investor Skepticism

Skeptical Investors Are Hunting for Ways to Short the AI Frenzy
https://www.wsj.com/finance/investing/skeptical-investors-are-hunting-for-ways-to-short-the-ai-frenzy-8790baf9
Traders are betting investments in the technology won’t pay off as investors become increasingly nervous about AI’s potential impact.
 
Private Equity Was Headed for a Correction, Even Without AI Gloom
https://www.wsj.com/finance/investing/private-equity-was-headed-for-a-correction-even-without-ai-gloom-aea842d2
Lower leverage, higher rates and tougher exits are among the problems facing the industry.