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.

Quote of the day by Daniel Kahneman: “In any diversified portfolio, there will be both winners and losers, and the consideration that should determine which you should sell, if any, is certainly not the price at which you bought it originally”

Daniel Kahneman’s insight highlights how anchoring to purchase price distorts investment decisions. Investors often hold losing stocks and sell winners too early. The piece emphasises focusing on future returns, fundamentals and portfolio role rather than past prices, reinforcing that diversification naturally includes both winners and losers.

Global chip stocks surge as blowout Micron results reignite AI rally

Global chip stocks experienced a significant rally on Thursday, fueled by Micron Technology’s stellar financial results and optimistic outlook. The company’s strong performance and forecast for robust demand, particularly in AI-driven sectors, have boosted investor confidence. This surge has positively impacted major players across the US, Europe, and Asia, signaling a sustained boom in the…

US Stock Market: Fed’s Goolsbee sees early signs of relief in services inflation, says core price pressures remain elevated

Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee said the latest US inflation data shows some improvement in services inflation, but underlying price pressures remain elevated. He stressed inflation is still the main concern over labour market strength. He reiterated data dependence on policy decisions, highlighting tariffs and energy costs as temporary inflation drivers.