US Stocks Rise as Chip and Rare Earth Stocks Rebound
Written by Emily J. Thompson, Senior Investment Analyst
Updated: 6d ago
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Source: NASDAQ.COM
- Market Recovery: The S&P 500 index rose by 0.39%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average increased by 0.84%, and the Nasdaq 100 climbed by 0.64%, reflecting positive market sentiment driven by strong economic signals, particularly following the expansion of the manufacturing index.
- Rare Earth Stocks Surge: President Trump's plan to launch a $12 billion strategic stockpile of critical minerals to reduce reliance on China has led to a rise in US rare earth stocks, with USA Rare Earth up over 12% and United States Antimony Corp up over 6%, indicating a positive impact from supportive policies on the sector.
- Energy Stocks Under Pressure: WTI crude oil prices fell by more than 4%, primarily due to easing geopolitical risks, putting pressure on energy producers, with companies like ConocoPhillips and Chevron seeing declines of over 2%, reflecting market concerns about energy demand prospects.
- Cryptocurrency Market Retreats: Bitcoin prices dropped over 7% to a 9.75-month low, leading to widespread declines in cryptocurrency-related stocks, with Galaxy Digital Holdings down more than 4%, highlighting a weakening market confidence in crypto assets.
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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.
