S&P 500 Breaks 4-Day Losing Streak as US Inflation Falls Short of Expectations; Micron Rises 10%
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: Dec 18 2025
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Source: aastocks
US Inflation Rate: The US inflation rate for November unexpectedly decreased to 2.7%, contributing to a positive reaction in the stock market.
Stock Market Performance: The DJIA, Nasdaq, and S&P 500 all experienced gains, with the Nasdaq rising 313 points or 1.4%, marking the end of a four-day losing streak.
Micron's Earnings: Micron's first fiscal quarter earnings exceeded expectations, resulting in a 10% increase in its stock price for the day.
AI Stocks Surge: Other AI-related stocks, including Oracle, AMD, and Nvidia, also saw significant gains, reflecting strong demand in the sector.
About the author
Emily J. Thompson
Emily J. Thompson, a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) with 12 years in investment research, graduated with honors from the Wharton School. Specializing in industrial and technology stocks, she provides in-depth analysis for Intellectia’s earnings and market brief reports.
