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Major asset managers including BlackRock have turned defensive on U.S. equities due to rising Treasury yields and AI-related risks. Market breadth shows significant weakness with 84% of S&P 500 stocks trading below their all-time highs. Investors are advised to consider cash-flow-focused ETFs, short-term bonds, and AI-related investments as potential defensive strategies.

J.P. Morgan Asset Management announced final September 2026 cash distributions for three JPMorgan ETFs trading on the Toronto Stock Exchange. Unitholders of record on October 19, 2026 will receive distributions on October 23, 2026, with per-unit payouts ranging from $0.0747 to $0.0942 across the three funds, all maintaining monthly payment frequency.

The AI sector faces growing sentiment challenges as concerns about job losses, power costs, and monetization durability overshadow productivity gains. Investor Michael Burry is shifting to bearish put options, citing potential bubble unwinding and questions about AI spending sustainability. Defensive ETFs focusing on quality, dividends, and equal-weight strategies are recommended for risk-averse investors seeking portfolio resilience.