Asian shares fall as chipmakers drag; US jobs data looms - Reuters

Asian and European shares declined as chipmakers and AI stocks exerted downward pressure on market performance. Investors in both regions are closely monitoring the upcoming release of US jobs data, which remains a primary focus for global markets. The downturn in these indices reflects the specific drag caused by the technology sector, particularly those companies involved in artificial intelligence and semiconductor production, as stakeholders await critical economic indicators from the United States.