Shares of technology companies slipped ahead of earnings from some major firms next week.
Despite the yearlong hype about artificial-intelligence products boosting growth in the sector, the S&P 500 tech industry group is expected to generate third-quarter revenue growth of a meager 1.5%, according to research from LSEG.
Microsoft, Apple and Alphabet shares all slipped ahead of their earnings reports.
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