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In recent months, technology stocks have been the darling of the markets, driving record gains in indices such as the S&P 500. Indeed, with the tech stock rally mainly attributed to elements like their ventures into artificial intelligence (AI), concerns are emerging that equities might not continue to enjoy the recent momentum. Specifically, data shared by the Michael Burry stock tracker in an X post on June 27 highlighted a concerning trend. The data referenced from a Goldman Sachs (NYSE: GS) report indicated that hedge funds are offloading technology stocks at an unprecedented rate. “This is insane. Goldman Sachs just reported that hedge funds are aggressively offloading tech stocks at a rapid rate we haven’t seen in years. June is already a record month,” the post read.  Breakdown of selling activity  The data illustrated the monthly notional net flow (Z score) in the US Technology, Media, and Telecommunications (TMT) sector, encompassing both information technology and communication services. The data’s Z score measures the deviation from the mean net flow, offering insights into hedge funds’ trading behavior.  Hedge fund tech stock selling activity. Source: Goldman Sachs Key observations include the buying and selling trends, with the chart divided into two main sections: buying (above the zero line) and selling (below the zero line). The Z score ranges from -2.5 to 2.5. Over the years, there have been fluctuations in the buying and selling activities.  Notably, there were periods of aggressive buying around 2018 and 2020, with Z scores exceeding 1.5. The most alarming aspect of the chart is the pronounced selling activity observed in June 2024. The Z score plummeted to nearly -2.0, indicating a substantial increase in selling pressure.  Implication of hedge fund selling  The aggressive offloading of tech stocks by hedge funds raises concerns about a potential bubble burst…

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Filed under: News - @ June 28, 2024 7:24 pm