Global markets slide after US midterms: What investors should do now

Global stock markets fell sharply after the Democratic victory in the US midterm elections, with technology shares hit hardest on fears of stricter industry regulation. Analysts advise small investors to avoid panic selling. The US Nasdaq index closed 5.52 percent lower, while South Korea's Kospi dropped 5.3 percent. European markets saw limited damage due to fewer tech companies. Investors worry new Democratic governors may block AI data center construction, particularly in Texas. Beursanalyst Stefan Willems recommends long-term investors stay calm and avoid reacting to daily swings. He suggests oil and gold as potential opportunities, noting that heavy losses may signal overexposure to US tech stocks.