Since 2018, high PE stocks have steadily replaced lower-valuation companies, driven by new entrants from fintech, consumer discretionary, and healthcare. Meanwhile, older economy stocks, including oil & gas, industrials, and traditional lenders, have been phased out. This shift reflects evolving market dynamics favoring growth sectors over legacy industries.
US stocks: Nasdaq, S&P end lower in volatile session as tech stocks retreat
Tech stocks pulled down the Nasdaq and S&P 500 due to valuation worries and concerns over AI spending, falling crude prices bolstered airlines and travel