The steep selloff last Friday, not seen since April, sent shares of three firms lower.
In the technology sector, Arm Holdings (ARM) dropped by 9.3% on Oct. Reports that SoftBank (SFTBY) would borrow $5 billion, securing the loan with its ARM stock holding, are disconcerting.
Leveraged investing is rewarding when investments rise. They cause margin calls and forced selling if purchased assets fall.
In the fertilizer sector, Mosaic (MOS) closed at $30.35, down by 9.24%. Production and sales volumes in potash did not meet expectations.
Value investors may add to their position in MOS stock.
Author's summary: Shares drop due to various issues.