Global Market Turmoil: Stocks Fall and Dollar Rises

Global markets are tumbling amid concerns over the new Democratic administration's potential regulatory impact on the artificial intelligence sector.

Financial markets worldwide are experiencing volatility at the end of the week, with sharp declines recorded in European and Asian stock exchanges following a mass sell-off on Wall Street. According to France 24 and ynet, investors are concerned that the Democratic Party's victory in the U.S. midterm elections will lead to strict regulations on investments in artificial intelligence infrastructure and data centers.

In Israel, the Tel Aviv Stock Exchange opened today with gains, following significant losses in the previous trading session. Simultaneously, the U.S. dollar surged to approximately 3.21 shekels, marking a 2026 high. Further details regarding the impact of the incoming administration's policies have not yet been released.