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words.U.S. equity markets hit fresh highs as the S&P 500 and Dow Jones closed at record levels, while the Nasdaq lagged amid weakness in AI‑linked stocks. Oracle’s shares tumbled nearly 11% after a miss on revenue and rising AI‑related costs, pulling down Nvidia and Micron. Broadcom beat earnings but slipped 4.5% in after‑hours trading, citing concerns over Google’s in‑house production and memory‑price pressure. The Nasdaq fell 0.26%, prompting a shift toward defensive financials such as Visa and Mastercard. Meanwhile, Disney pledged $1 billion to OpenAI, Reddit challenged Australia’s teen‑social‑media ban, and former CIA chief David Petraeus warned that the U.S. national‑security strategy could unsettle Europe.

US equities closed at record levels Thursday, with the S&P 500 and Dow hitting fresh highs after the Fed’s quarter‑point rate cut, while the Nasdaq slipped 0.26% as AI‑linked stocks fell—Oracle down 11% on a revenue miss, dragging Nvidia and Micron, and Broadcom sliding despite earnings beat. Disney will spend $1 billion on OpenAI’s video model, and SpaceX aims for a 2026 IPO. Meanwhile, global fund managers eye India’s $3.3 trillion market, with BlackRock relaunching joint funds.

U.S. stocks closed the week higher as the September core PCE index cooled to 2.6% YoY, nudging expectations of a Fed rate cut. The S&P 500 rose 0.3%, the Nasdaq almost 1%, and the Dow 0.5%, marking back‑to‑back weekly gains. In tech, Meta trimmed metaverse spend, climbing 4%; Salesforce surged 13% after an earnings beat, emphasizing AI as a “commodity feature”; CrowdStrike posted record cash flow and earned a reaffirmed buy rating. Portfolio moves added Boeing and Procter & Gamble, while taking partial profits on Goldman Sachs. The upcoming Fed meeting will steer market direction, with a dovish stance likely sparking a rally in rate‑sensitive and AI‑driven sectors, while a hawkish tone may shift investors toward defensive, cash‑flow‑rich stocks.

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U.S. markets closed for Thanksgiving and are set to finish November in the red, ending a six‑month rally for the S&P 500 and Dow and a seven‑month gain for the Nasdaq, as higher‑for‑longer Fed rates, inflation worries, and a tech‑earnings divide weigh on stocks. Futures are flat, Asian markets are mixed, and the Nikkei rose on hot inflation data. Meanwhile, the U.S. will cut benefits for non‑citizens, South Korea sanctioned a Cambodian fraud group, and Russia signaled openness to peace talks. Europe’s strict AI regulations are creating niche opportunities in edge‑computing, secure‑cloud services, and green‑energy‑powered data centers, attracting investor capital.

US markets paused for Thanksgiving, and with three hours left in November the S&P 500, Dow and Nasdaq are projected to end the month in negative territory, breaking six‑month and seven‑month rally streaks. Historical November gains are missing, hinting that seasonal cues are fading. Futures were flat, while Europe’s Stoxx 600 rose modestly. Alibaba launched low‑priced AI glasses, challenging Meta, and Apple faces a potential multi‑billion‑dollar fine in India over App Store policies. Analysts see only single‑digit S&P growth in 2026, as tech growth hinges on regulatory shifts and niche AI opportunities.

U.S. stocks posted a fourth consecutive gain, led by tech names such as Oracle, Nvidia and Microsoft, as Thanksgiving optimism fuels market sentiment. Deutsche Bank sees Oracle’s dip as a buying opportunity, while futures imply an 85% chance of a Fed rate cut in December, with a potential correction if expectations aren’t met. Analysts project S&P 500 levels of 7,400‑8,000 by 2026. Meanwhile, Apple is set to outsell Samsung in smartphones, China’s industrial profits fell 5.5% YoY, MIT warns AI could replace 11.7% of U.S. jobs, and Bitcoin remains pressured. A balanced mix of high‑growth tech and resilient sectors is advised.

Investors enjoyed a fourth straight day of gains, with the S&P 500, Dow and Nasdaq rising as AI‑heavy stocks like Oracle, Nvidia and Microsoft rallied. Deutsche Bank’s bullish call on Oracle sparked a 4% jump, while futures show an 85% chance of a December Fed rate cut, supporting equity optimism. Analysts project the S&P 500 could reach 7,400–8,000 by end‑2026. Meanwhile, Apple may out‑ship Samsung for the first time in 14 years, the UK budget offers tax relief, and an MIT study warns AI could displace 11.7% of U.S. jobs.

SanDisk shares surged 7% after-hours following its S&P 500 inclusion, replacing Interpublic. This highlights the growing importance of technology, particularly flash memory, in the market. SanDisk, spun off from Western Digital nine months prior, is targeting growth in gaming, cameras, security systems, and hyperscale data centers. Q3 revenues climbed 23% to $2.31B. Success depends on innovation amid competition from Samsung and Micron. The S&P 500 increasingly reflects the dominance of technology companies.

Wall Street rebounded on Friday after early AI concerns, fueled by dovish signals from the Federal Reserve hinting at potential rate cuts. Home Depot and Eli Lilly saw significant gains, with Lilly achieving a $1 trillion market cap. Global factors, including Japan’s inflation and yen carry trade, added complexity. HSBC downgraded Palo Alto Networks despite solid performance, citing decelerating sales growth, yet CNBC maintains a buy rating due to the company’s “platformization” strategy and acquisition aptitude. Upcoming week’s economic data, including retail sales and CPI, will be pivotal.

The S&P 500 rallied, spurred by Nvidia’s strong earnings and sustained AI investment appetite, overshadowing positive jobs report data. Palo Alto Networks (PANW) reported exceptional results and acquired Chronosphere, solidifying its cybersecurity platform strategy. Eaton (ETN) disclosed its CFO’s planned departure, reaffirming 2025 guidance, ensuring a smooth leadership transition. Other stocks of interest included Walmart, Abbott Laboratories, Williams-Sonoma, Block, and Jacobs Solutions.