Goldman Sachs index shows 30-day volatility for high-momentum AI stocks hitting levels not seen since 2018.
The 30-day volatility of high-momentum artificial intelligence stocks has spiked to a six-year high, contrasting sharply with the stable performance of the broader S&P 500. The Goldman Sachs AI momentum index (AIQ) recorded its highest volatility since 2018, signaling heightened turbulence in the sector.
While the S&P 500 has remained relatively calm, the divergence highlights growing investor uncertainty around AI-driven equities. The last comparable volatility surge occurred during the 2018 tech sector pullback, though the current market lacks similar broad-based declines.
No immediate market reaction was reported, but the disparity may signal shifting risk appetite among traders focused on AI-related assets.