Fear of AI Replacing Software Makers Hits Stocks. Here’s What to Know.

The prospect of disruptions from artificial intelligence has hung over the economy for years. But this week advances in software tools precipitated a sell-off on Wall Street.
Fear of AI Replacing Software Makers Hits Stocks. Here’s What to Know.
Mike Isaac, Joe Rennison and Maureen Farrell February 7, 2026
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