A data center moratorium is at stake in some governor races.
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| Market | US stocks |
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| Sector | Information Technology |
| Industry | Semiconductors |
| Market cap | $5.1T |
| Close on 10/23/2026 | 210.96 |
| Change that session | -0.59% |
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| Sector | ETF |
| Close on 10/23/2026 | 704.40 |
| Change that session | -0.01% |
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