Dan Ives: The Tech Sell-Off Is a ‘Clear Buying Opportunity'
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February 05, 2026 at 09:01 PM UTC
Bullish
90% Confidence
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Key Points
- The current tech sell-off is a 'healthy pullback' and a 'clear buying opportunity' for long-term investors in the AI revolution.
- Microsoft is highlighted as a 'generational opportunity' among the Magnificent Seven, with Apple also recommended for a buy-and-hold strategy.
- Ives expects a monetization inflection point for AI in 2026 and maintains a firm view of 20-25% returns for the Nasdaq this year.
AI Summary
Dan Ives remains bullish on AI despite tech's underperformance, viewing the current sell-off as a 'healthy pullback' and a 'clear buying opportunity.' He emphasizes focusing on fundamental checks and building positions in key AI winners like Microsoft and Palantir, expecting a monetization inflection point in 2026 and strong Nasdaq returns this year.
Model Analysis Breakdown
| Model | Sentiment | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Gemini 2.5 Flash | Bullish | 90% |
| Consensus | Bullish | 90% |