BofA sees "trouble" ahead for tech stocks despite big inflows
Tech stocks may face challenges in the second half of the year despite recent inflows, as central bank liquidity decreases and investors shift from equities to bonds.
Posted 8/25/2023, 4:21:01 PM
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