Will intensifying competition from China's low-cost AI competitors cause US hyperscalers to reassess their capital allocation decisions?

Today's Macro Minute examines the growing risk that China's low-cost AI competitors could eventually force U.S. hyperscalers to reassess their AI capital spending, a development that could challenge the market's elevated earnings expectations. While corporate fundamentals remain strong, Darius notes that investors should closely monitor upcoming Magnificent Seven earnings for any signs of slowing AI CapEx, particularly as positioning remains a meaningful macro headwind.