Global Market: China’s ‘future industries’ investment boom sparks valuation bubble concerns

China is witnessing a massive surge in venture capital, pouring billions into futuristic sectors like space, quantum computing, and AI. This investment frenzy, driven by Beijing’s ambition to lead in technology and reduce reliance on foreign tech, sees even revenue-less startups attracting significant funding. Investor confidence is high, with new listing rules easing domestic market…

Global Markets: MSCI keeps South Korea in emerging-market index, cites market accessibility hurdles

South Korea remains in the emerging-market category as MSCI cites persistent foreign exchange market accessibility issues. Despite ongoing reforms, including plans for round-the-clock trading, the index provider requires more time to assess their impact. While the country’s benchmark KOSPI has seen remarkable gains, driven by AI-related semiconductor stocks, its market accessibility hurdles continue to prevent…

US Stock Market: AI chip rally reignites as Micron, Qualcomm forecasts add over $400 billion in market value

Chip stocks surged on Wednesday, adding over $400 billion in market value, fueled by optimistic forecasts from Micron Technology and Qualcomm. Micron’s strong outlook for memory chips and Qualcomm’s ambitious data center growth targets reignited investor confidence in the AI trade. This positive sentiment boosted rivals and equipment suppliers, signaling a robust demand for AI-driven…

Global Market Today: Asia stocks rebound from tech selloff, Kospi jumps

Asian markets saw a cautious rebound Wednesday after a significant tech-led global selloff, reigniting worries about the AI rally’s sustainability. South Korea’s Kospi surged, led by Samsung Electronics, following a steep decline. Investors now keenly await Micron Technology’s results for clues on AI infrastructure demand, with some strategists predicting further downside for the semiconductor sector….

Global Market Today: Asian stocks jump with US futures on Micron outlook

Asian markets surged, mirroring US futures, as Micron Technology’s stellar sales forecast reignited AI trade confidence. The chipmaker’s shares jumped significantly after projecting robust future demand, easing concerns for regional bourses. This optimism, coupled with falling oil prices, provided much-needed relief. Investors are also watching the dollar’s strength and Treasury yields, which have seen notable…

US stocks | Micron overtakes Meta, Tesla in market value amid relentless AI infrastructure demand

Memory chip giant Micron Technology has surpassed Meta Platforms in market valuation for the first time, driven by a robust AI-fueled surge. Strong fourth-quarter revenue and profit projections, coupled with $22 billion in customer commitments for chip supplies, have propelled Micron’s shares to new heights, signaling a significant shift in the tech landscape.