Volume Stonkers | NVIDIA Fell 1.92%, Plans to Acquire OctoAI; Microsoft Announces 10% Dividend Increase, $60B Buyback Plan

NVIDIA, ranked first in trading volume, fell 1.92% with a trading value of $35.031 billion. NVIDIA plans to acquire startup OctoAI for $165 million, further expanding its advantages in the AI and cloud sectors. NVIDIA also announced a strategic AI partnership with Salesforce.

Tesla, in second place, dropped 0.29%, with a trading value of $17.835 billion. Tesla may have resolved the 4680 battery issue and announced that the Model Y is the most energy-efficient SUV worldwide, capable of traveling 100 kilometers on 60 kWh.

Apple, ranked third, rose 1.80%, with a trading value of $13.164 billion. Analysts maintain an optimistic rating on Apple stock, with a high target price of $273, although concerns about iPhone demand persist.

Microsoft, in fourth place, decreased by 1.00%, with a trading value of $8.144 billion. Microsoft announced a 10% dividend increase and plans to repurchase up to $60 billion in shares. Additionally, it is partnering with BlackRock to launch a $30 billion AI infrastructure fund.

Amazon, ranked fifth, fell 0.24%, with a trading value of $6.111 billion. Amazon increased employee hourly wages to over $29 and plans to invest $2.2 billion during the holiday season.

Meta, in sixth place, rose 0.31%, with a trading value of $5.407 billion. Meta's trading strategies and market movements are under scrutiny, with investors anticipating a potential major breakthrough.

Broadcom, ranked seventh, dropped 0.49%, with a trading value of $4.232 billion. Broadcom executives plan to sell 50,000 shares, and analysts remain optimistic about the growth of its AI revenue.

AMD, in eighth place, fell 1.68%, with a trading value of $3.918 billion. AMD secured the PS6 chip design, demonstrating its continued competitiveness in the gaming console sector.

Google A, ranked ninth, rose 0.31%, with a trading value of $3.771 billion. Google won its challenge against the EU's €1.49 billion antitrust fine and plans to sell AdX to ease competition concerns.

Google C, in tenth place, increased by 0.33%, with a trading value of $2.686 billion. Similar to Google A, Google C faces antitrust challenges and is taking corresponding measures.

SMIC, ranked eleventh, dropped 0.57%, with a trading value of $2.572 billion. SMIC received a "buy" rating from Needham, expected to benefit from advancements in AI.

Intel, in twelfth place, fell 3.26%, with a trading value of $2.495 billion. Intel faces performance challenges, and analysts maintain a hold rating with a target price of $22.

Palantir, ranked thirteenth, decreased by 0.14%, with a trading value of $2.402 billion. A Palantir director sold 9 million shares, valued at approximately $326 million.

Microstrategy, in fourteenth place, rose 1.07%, with a trading value of $2.157 billion. Cryptocurrency-related stocks increased following a Federal Reserve rate cut.

Netflix, ranked fifteenth, fell 2.33%, with a trading value of $2.063 billion. Netflix is collaborating with Kingsmen Creatives to create "Squid Game," drawing significant market attention.

Adobe, in sixteenth place, dropped 1.34%, with a trading value of $2.034 billion. Adobe exceeded Q3 expectations but adjusted guidance for a challenging environment.

Oracle, ranked seventeenth, decreased by 1.78%, with a trading value of $2.021 billion. Oracle released Java 23 and continues to advance its software development business.

Micron Technology, in eighteenth place, fell 1.56%, with a trading value of $1.758 billion. Despite rising DRAM inventory, strong broadband demand has analysts optimistic about its outlook.

JPMorgan, ranked nineteenth, dropped 0.79%, with a trading value of $1.717 billion. JPMorgan is in deep negotiations with Apple, potentially taking over the Apple Card project.

Visa, in twentieth place, decreased by 1.06%, with a trading value of $1.701 billion. Visa is collaborating with Ibanera to promote digital payment solutions, further expanding its fintech business.