Q+A: Nvidia, Microsoft, Amazon: what’s next for tech stocks

Q+A: Nvidia, Microsoft, Amazon: what’s next for tech stocks

Author: Fear and Greed April 15, 2026 Duration: 11:41

Tech stocks have had a rough few months, but the story is more complex than just a sell-off. Rising interest rates, global uncertainty and the rapid rise of artificial intelligence are reshaping the sector. Some companies are benefiting from the AI boom, while others - particularly in software - are facing new competitive threats.

Sean Aylmer speaks with William Liu, Deputy Portfolio Manager at WAM Global, about where the tech sector is now, and what it means for investors. Why are companies like Nvidia, Microsoft and Apple moving in different directions? Are hyperscalers like Google and Amazon the real winners? And is the so-called “SaaS apocalypse” a genuine risk, or overblown?

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