Trending Sectors | Tech Surge Leads Gains, AI & Chips Shine, EVs Impress, Weight Loss Drugs Thrive

【Major U.S. Stock Indices】

The U.S. stock market showed mixed results, with the S&P 500 rising 0.24% to 6032.38 points, marking a new historical high. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slightly declined by 0.29%, closing at 44910.65 points, while the Nasdaq increased by 0.97%, reaching 19218.17 points. Overall market sentiment was boosted by the strong performance of tech stocks. Investors are eyeing the upcoming holiday season rally, anticipating further market gains.

【Performance of Leading Tech】

The major tech giants saw widespread gains. Microsoft rose by 1.78%, Apple by 0.95%, Amazon by 1.36%, Google A by 1.50%, Meta by 3.22%, and Tesla by 3.46%. Microsoft attracted attention due to market rumors about OpenAI’s plan to increase revenue through advertising. Additionally, Amazon’s AWS CEO hinted at significant advancements in artificial intelligence, further boosting its stock price. Meta’s cooperation with Qts on a solar project also supported its stock price.

【AI and Chip Sector Performance】

The AI and chip sectors performed strongly, with Nvidia gaining 0.27%, reaching a market cap of $3.40 trillion. News of Nvidia ramping up production of liquid-cooled Blackwell GPUs bolstered market confidence. In the chip manufacturing sector, TSMC rose by 5.27%, driven by overall strength in the semiconductor industry. ASML clarified that new regulatory measures would not directly impact its 2024 business, providing support for chip equipment stocks.

【Electric Vehicle Sector Performance】

In the electric vehicle sector, Tesla performed excellently with a 3.46% increase in stock price. Tesla's update to its autonomous driving software sparked market discussion, acting as a catalyst for the price rise. XPeng also impressed, with a 5.31% increase in stock price, as the company exceeded 30,000 deliveries in November for the first time. In contrast, Li Auto and Nio showed weakness, dropping by 3.72% and 1.79%, respectively.

【Other Sector Performance】

Weight loss drug stocks mostly rose, with Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly showing solid performances. Oil stocks showed mixed results, with ExxonMobil and Occidental Petroleum slightly declining. In the digital currency sector, Coinbase performed well, while MicroStrategy and Riot Platforms fell. Among meme stocks, AMC Theatres rose by 1.82%, but GameStop dropped by 6.13%. Gold stocks generally declined, influenced by the strengthening U.S. dollar.

【Investor Advice】

Overall, the strong performance of tech stocks injected momentum into the market, and the outlook for the AI and chip sectors remains optimistic. Investors should focus on the continued upward trend in tech stocks, particularly in the AI field. Additionally, attention should be paid to ongoing interest in sectors such as weight loss drugs and new energy vehicles, while closely monitoring the impact of macroeconomic indicators on the market. For commodity sectors like gold and oil, a cautious approach is recommended, taking into account geopolitical factors and market supply and demand dynamics.