World equities slip as Wall Street tech sell‑off spreads, oil prices hover

Major stock indexes around the world edged lower on Tuesday. The decline followed a sharp sell‑off in technology shares on Wall Street. Investors cited earnings concerns and valuation pressures. Energy markets saw oil prices fluctuate without a clear trend. The mixed signals kept traders cautious across sectors. European markets mirrored the U.S. weakness in tech. Analysts expect the market to watch upcoming earnings reports. Commodity traders will watch geopolitical developments for price direction.