Trending Sectors | Tech Surge Leads AI and Chips, EVs Gain Traction, Banks Rise Amid Oil and Gold Weakness
Market BriefThursday, Jun 19, 2025 5:31 pm ET
2min read【Major U.S. Stock Indices】
On June 18 (Wednesday), Eastern Standard Time, the three major U.S. stock indices showed mixed results. The S&P 500 edged down by 0.03% to close at 5980.87 points; the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell by 0.10% to 42171.66 points; while the Nasdaq rose impressively by 0.13% to 19546.27 points. This divergence in performance highlights investors' continued interest in tech stocks, while traditional sectors appear somewhat weaker.
【Performance of Leading Tech】
Among the Big Seven tech companies, Microsoft rose 0.46%, Apple gained 0.48%, Nvidia increased 0.94%, and Tesla climbed 1.80%. Meanwhile, Amazon fell 1.07%, Google A dropped 1.49%, and Meta decreased 0.21%. Microsoft's rise was partly driven by its AI projects, with market anticipation for future AI investments despite layoff news. Apple remained stable in the market, with plans for a foldable iPhone providing positive signals. Nvidia continues to lead in AI, with its stock rising despite increased short interest. Tesla benefited from advancements in autonomous driving technology and ongoing interest in electric vehicles. Google faced pressure from an EU antitrust fine, affecting its stock performance. Meta's investment strategy was questioned, impacting market confidence.
【AI and Chip Sector】
In the AI sector, Nvidia led with a 0.94% gain among related stocks, SMCI surged 3.15%, Arm Holdings rose 0.92%, and Micron Technology increased 1.23%. Nvidia's leadership in AI chips is recognized by the market, with its stock remaining strong despite high short interest. SMCI also showed strong performance, reflecting sustained demand for chips. In the chip manufacturing sector, Intel rose 3.32%, while TSMC fell 0.19%. Intel's rise is linked to its proactive positioning in chip manufacturing. In the chip equipment and materials sector, ASML rose 0.23%, while Applied Materials fell 0.72%, reflecting the market's complex attitude toward chip equipment demand.
【EV and Other Sectors】
In the electric vehicle sector, Tesla rose 1.80%, with its market cap recovering to $1037.309 billion. Domestic EV startups mostly fell, with Li Auto down 1.93%, NIO down 0.58%, XPeng up 0.22%, and Zeekr down 0.57%. Traditional automakers performed better, with Toyota up 0.94%. Tesla's rise is tied to advancements in autonomous driving technology, while domestic EVs face technical and market challenges. Oil stocks mostly fell, with ExxonMobil down 0.71%, Occidental Petroleum down 1.37%, and Chevron down 0.44%, indicating market concerns over oil prices. Weight loss drug stocks mostly fell, reflecting weakened market confidence in this area.
【Cryptocurrency and Other Sectors】
Cryptocurrency-related stocks showed mixed performance, with Coinbase Global up 16.32% and Riot Platforms up 2.90%. This divergence reflects differing investor expectations for the cryptocurrency market. Meme stocks mostly rose, with AMC Entertainment up 0.67% and GameStop up 1.96%, showing investors' continued enthusiasm for high-risk stocks. Gold stocks mostly fell, with Barrick Gold down 2.78%, reflecting a decline in market demand for gold as a safe haven. Bank stocks mostly rose, with JPMorgan Chase up 1.65% and Bank of America up 1.88%, indicating increased market confidence in the banking sector.
【Other Notable Sectors】
Vaccine stocks mostly fell, with Pfizer down 0.50% and Moderna down 0.59%, reflecting a gradual decrease in market demand for vaccines. Retail stocks were mixed, with Walmart up 0.89% and Costco down 0.29%. Decreased consumer spending affected the performance of retail stocks, though some companies continued to perform well through strategic adjustments.
【Investor Advice】
Given the strong performance of tech stocks, particularly in the AI and chip sectors, investors may consider continuing to explore opportunities in these areas while monitoring shifts in market sentiment toward traditional sectors like oil and gold. In facing market divergence, maintaining a diversified investment portfolio could be a prudent approach.
On June 18 (Wednesday), Eastern Standard Time, the three major U.S. stock indices showed mixed results. The S&P 500 edged down by 0.03% to close at 5980.87 points; the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell by 0.10% to 42171.66 points; while the Nasdaq rose impressively by 0.13% to 19546.27 points. This divergence in performance highlights investors' continued interest in tech stocks, while traditional sectors appear somewhat weaker.
【Performance of Leading Tech】
Among the Big Seven tech companies, Microsoft rose 0.46%, Apple gained 0.48%, Nvidia increased 0.94%, and Tesla climbed 1.80%. Meanwhile, Amazon fell 1.07%, Google A dropped 1.49%, and Meta decreased 0.21%. Microsoft's rise was partly driven by its AI projects, with market anticipation for future AI investments despite layoff news. Apple remained stable in the market, with plans for a foldable iPhone providing positive signals. Nvidia continues to lead in AI, with its stock rising despite increased short interest. Tesla benefited from advancements in autonomous driving technology and ongoing interest in electric vehicles. Google faced pressure from an EU antitrust fine, affecting its stock performance. Meta's investment strategy was questioned, impacting market confidence.
【AI and Chip Sector】
In the AI sector, Nvidia led with a 0.94% gain among related stocks, SMCI surged 3.15%, Arm Holdings rose 0.92%, and Micron Technology increased 1.23%. Nvidia's leadership in AI chips is recognized by the market, with its stock remaining strong despite high short interest. SMCI also showed strong performance, reflecting sustained demand for chips. In the chip manufacturing sector, Intel rose 3.32%, while TSMC fell 0.19%. Intel's rise is linked to its proactive positioning in chip manufacturing. In the chip equipment and materials sector, ASML rose 0.23%, while Applied Materials fell 0.72%, reflecting the market's complex attitude toward chip equipment demand.
【EV and Other Sectors】
In the electric vehicle sector, Tesla rose 1.80%, with its market cap recovering to $1037.309 billion. Domestic EV startups mostly fell, with Li Auto down 1.93%, NIO down 0.58%, XPeng up 0.22%, and Zeekr down 0.57%. Traditional automakers performed better, with Toyota up 0.94%. Tesla's rise is tied to advancements in autonomous driving technology, while domestic EVs face technical and market challenges. Oil stocks mostly fell, with ExxonMobil down 0.71%, Occidental Petroleum down 1.37%, and Chevron down 0.44%, indicating market concerns over oil prices. Weight loss drug stocks mostly fell, reflecting weakened market confidence in this area.
【Cryptocurrency and Other Sectors】
Cryptocurrency-related stocks showed mixed performance, with Coinbase Global up 16.32% and Riot Platforms up 2.90%. This divergence reflects differing investor expectations for the cryptocurrency market. Meme stocks mostly rose, with AMC Entertainment up 0.67% and GameStop up 1.96%, showing investors' continued enthusiasm for high-risk stocks. Gold stocks mostly fell, with Barrick Gold down 2.78%, reflecting a decline in market demand for gold as a safe haven. Bank stocks mostly rose, with JPMorgan Chase up 1.65% and Bank of America up 1.88%, indicating increased market confidence in the banking sector.
【Other Notable Sectors】
Vaccine stocks mostly fell, with Pfizer down 0.50% and Moderna down 0.59%, reflecting a gradual decrease in market demand for vaccines. Retail stocks were mixed, with Walmart up 0.89% and Costco down 0.29%. Decreased consumer spending affected the performance of retail stocks, though some companies continued to perform well through strategic adjustments.
【Investor Advice】
Given the strong performance of tech stocks, particularly in the AI and chip sectors, investors may consider continuing to explore opportunities in these areas while monitoring shifts in market sentiment toward traditional sectors like oil and gold. In facing market divergence, maintaining a diversified investment portfolio could be a prudent approach.
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