India, Oct. 13 -- The Nasdaq Composite opened lower on Tuesday, October 13, 2026, as investors assessed renewed selling pressure in semiconductor stocks, quarterly earnings from major US banks and concerns about technology-sector valuations. The technology-heavy index underperformed the Dow Jones Industrial Average, which opened higher, while the S&P 500 also started the session in negative territory.

According to Reuters, the Nasdaq Composite fell 107.2 points, or 0.39%, to 27,138.73 at the opening bell. The index's opening performance reflected weakness in technology shares as investors evaluated developments in the semiconductor industry and the outlook for artificial intelligence-related investments.

Market participants are also mon...