Technology — Sep 21 – Sep 25, 2026 (Wk 39): Technology Sector: Mixed Analyst Sentiment, Struggling Performance in Australia and New Zealand

September 25, 2026 · · 7 min read
Weekly sector roundup · Sep 21 – Sep 25, 2026
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TL;DR — This week saw varied analyst insights for technology companies, with some receiving positive attention while the broader information technology and electronic technology sectors in Australia and New Zealand experienced struggles. Short interest in a NASDAQ-100 ex-technology fund decreased significantly, indicating a shift in investor positioning.

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What moved

  • Analysts provided insights on several technology companies, including Toast Inc (TOST), Okta (OKTA), Wisetech Global (OtherWTCHF), MongoDB (MDB), UiPath (PATH), Fastly (FSLY), Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE), Cognex (CGNX), Elastic (ESTC), Apple (AAPL), Palantir Technologies (PLTR), and Core Scientific Inc (CORZ). These insights can influence market perception and investor interest in these specific companies. [The Globe and Mail] [The Globe and Mail] [The Globe and Mail] [The Globe and Mail] [The Globe and Mail]
  • The information technology sector in Australia (ASX) struggled, as did the electronic technology sector in New Zealand (NZX). This indicates a period of underperformance for these segments in those specific markets, which can affect overall regional market sentiment towards technology stocks. [marketscreener.com] [Yahoo Finance Australia]
  • Short interest in the First Trust NASDAQ-100 Ex-Technology Sector Index Fund (NASDAQ:QQXT) decreased by 95.1% in September. A significant reduction in short interest can suggest that bearish sentiment on the non-technology components of the NASDAQ-100 has substantially lessened, potentially freeing up capital for other investments. [MarketBeat]
  • Some technology stocks with long-running 'Strong Buy' Quant ratings were highlighted, which can draw attention to companies that have sustained positive quantitative assessments, potentially influencing investor focus on these specific firms. [Seeking Alpha]
  • Indian IT stocks were a focus, with a guide for investors on the top 10 in September 2026. This indicates specific regional interest and potential growth areas within the technology sector. [Samco]

The why behind the week

  • The varied analyst insights across numerous technology companies suggest that market participants are actively evaluating individual company fundamentals and prospects. These evaluations can lead to shifts in investor sentiment and capital allocation within the sector. [The Globe and Mail] [The Globe and Mail] [The Globe and Mail] [The Globe and Mail] [The Globe and Mail]
  • The struggles observed in the Australian information technology and New Zealand electronic technology sectors indicate regional specific pressures or shifts in investor preference. These localized trends can impact the performance of technology companies operating in those markets. [marketscreener.com] [Yahoo Finance Australia]
  • A substantial decrease in short interest for a NASDAQ-100 ex-technology fund implies a reduction in bearish bets against non-technology stocks within that index. This shift could reflect changing market expectations regarding the performance of these companies relative to the technology sector. [MarketBeat]
  • The identification of 'Strong Buy' Quant rated technology stocks and top Indian IT stocks suggests that certain segments or companies within the broader technology sector are perceived to have strong underlying metrics or growth potential, which can attract investor attention. [Samco] [Seeking Alpha]

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The macro backdrop

10-yr Treasury 5.11%Expected inflation 2.3%VIX 15.2High-yield spread 2.73%Yield curve (10y–2y) 0.31%Chance of a 10%+ market fall in 3 months 8% (normal 14%)
How to read it
  • Credit Spread: tight — credit markets are relaxed, no stress being priced
  • Yield Curve: flat — the recession-warning zone; a rapid steepening from here has often preceded the actual downturn
  • Vix: calm — the market is complacent, which cuts both ways (little cushion if news turns)

Every sector swims in this tide — judge the week’s moves against it.

📅 On the calendar — and why it matters here

  • Fri Sep 25 — FOMC (Fed rate decision / minutes). the single biggest scheduled market mover — a rate surprise in either direction repriced everything, hardest on rate-sensitive names (growth, REITs, utilities, homebuilders). Watch for a surprise vs expectations — that gap, not the number itself, is what moves markets.
  • Tue Sep 29 — JOLTS (job openings). labor-market tightness — a cooling read eases wage-inflation fears. Watch for a surprise vs expectations — that gap, not the number itself, is what moves markets.
  • Wed Sep 30 — GDP. the broadest growth read — confirms or breaks the soft-landing thesis. Watch for a surprise vs expectations — that gap, not the number itself, is what moves markets.
  • Wed Sep 30 — PCE inflation (the Fed's gauge). a hot print pushes rate-cut odds out (pressuring long-duration assets); a soft print does the reverse — one of the highest-impact releases. Watch for a surprise vs expectations — that gap, not the number itself, is what moves markets.
  • Fri Oct 2 — Jobs report (payrolls + unemployment). sets the growth-vs-recession narrative — a weak number lifts recession odds (hits cyclicals, consumer, financials); a strong one can paradoxically pressure rates. Watch for a surprise vs expectations — that gap, not the number itself, is what moves markets.

What to watch next

  • The 10-year Treasury yield at 5.11% is a key indicator for the technology sector. Higher yields can increase the cost of capital for growth-oriented technology companies, potentially impacting their valuation models and future investment plans. [macro data]
  • The expected inflation rate of 2.33% is relevant as it influences the purchasing power and operational costs for technology companies. Sustained inflation can affect profit margins if companies cannot pass on increased costs to consumers. [macro data]
  • The VIX at 15.16 indicates a relatively moderate level of market volatility. A lower VIX can suggest a more stable market environment, which can be conducive to investment in growth sectors like technology, while a significant rise could signal increased uncertainty. [macro data]
  • The high-yield credit spread of 2.73% is an indicator of the perceived risk in the corporate bond market. A wider spread suggests higher borrowing costs for companies with lower credit ratings, which can impact the financing options and growth prospects for some technology firms. [macro data]
  • The Shiller CAPE ratio at 41.25 provides a long-term valuation perspective for the broader market. A higher CAPE ratio suggests that equity valuations are elevated relative to historical averages, which can imply a more cautious outlook for future returns across all sectors, including technology. [macro data]

This week’s headlines (sources)

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