New York’s stock market closed lower on Friday as selling pressure continued on artificial intelligence-related semiconductor stocks. The decline marked a downturn following recent gains. Micron Technology experienced a significant drop, plummeting 10% during the trading session, contributing heavily to the market’s overall negative performance. Investors appeared to take profits from semiconductor companies that had previously benefited from the AI boom. This sell-off reflects a shift in investor sentiment surrounding the sector's near-term prospects. The broader market followed suit, ending the day in negative territory.