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•  06 Jan 2026
 

•   AMD  
   
  -1.37%
•   HAL  
   
  -1.59%
•   JPM  
   
  -2.13%
•   MCHP  
   
  -0.24%
•   NVDA  
   
  -0.21%

Wall Street opened the session with moderate gains as investors navigated a mix of geopolitical tension and a busy week of U.S. macroeconomic data. The S&P 500 and Nasdaq each rose about 0.5%, while the Dow Jones added roughly 0.9%, building on yesterday record close. The Dow continues its approach toward the 50,000-point milestone, even as bank stocks that led Monday rally showed modest pullbacks. Positive sentiment and the absence of immediate slowdown signs underpin the gains, yet markets remain sensitive to external news and upcoming economic reports.

$SNDK SanDisk Corp. surged without an official announcement, drawing attention as investors anticipate continued memory price growth, expanding AI infrastructure investment, and stronger sentiment toward storage and semiconductor stocks across the market.

$TSLA Tesla reported a 16% decline in fourth-quarter deliveries. Analysts emphasize that while the number is noteworthy, the real focus remains on Tesla AI and robotics initiatives. The company is increasingly seen as an AI-driven enterprise rather than a traditional automaker.

$VST Vistra Energy announced the $4 billion acquisition of Cognitrix Energy, reflecting a strategy to meet rising demand for energy services in key markets. The stock gained as investors recognized Vistra ability to expand both renewable and conventional energy portfolios. The acquisition includes solar and storage assets, enabling Vistra to enter new markets and strengthen its position as a leading energy provider amid ongoing geopolitical shifts.

$VLO Valero Energy Corp. continues to rise after nearly a 9.2% gain yesterday. Political changes in Venezuela, including the potential removal of President Nicolás Maduro, fueled optimism about increased crude production. Valero is well-positioned to benefit directly from improved crude supply, which can boost refining margins, as refineries profit from the gap between crude costs and refined product prices.

$HAL Halliburton Co. gained 0.5% today following a 7.8% jump on Monday, reflecting strong growth in oilfield services. $SLB SLB rose 1.2% after a 9% surge previously. Increased exploration and drilling activity, particularly in Latin America and the Middle East, drives demand for these services, signaling expectations for global economic recovery and higher energy demand.

$JPM JPMorgan Chase & Co. reached a historic market capitalization of $909 billion, becoming the 13th U.S. company to surpass the $900 billion mark. Despite a slight pullback in early trading, this milestone underscores the bank financial resilience and capacity to navigate global economic challenges. JPMorgan benefits from higher interest income and robust investment banking activity, reaffirming its leadership in U.S. finance.

$AMD Advanced Micro Devices trades slightly higher after CEO Lisa Su CES keynote in Las Vegas. Su introduced a new generation of AI chips and controllers, emphasizing that the market is only beginning to unlock AI potential. Positive sentiment lifts AMD, which has gained over 3% year-to-date following a sharp increase last year.

$NVDA NVIDIA Corp. edged up 0.04% after CEO Jensen Huang announced at CES that the Vera Rubin GPU unit is in full production. This reinforces NVIDIA leadership in AI chips, and investors await additional guidance later in the day for further insight into the roadmap.

$VZTR Vztra Global, specializing in AI-driven marketing systems, jumped roughly 11% in early trading after announcing a partnership with OpenAI to develop intelligent conversational applications. Investors see Vztra as successfully translating AI technology into practical business solutions, enhancing consumer behavior analysis and campaign personalization.

$MCHP Microchip Technology Inc. raised its third-quarter net sales forecast to $1.19 billion, above prior guidance of $1.1–1.15 billion. The improvement reflects inventory corrections, stronger performance in key markets, and the start of production for new designs. Shares climbed 3.9%, signaling confidence in semiconductor industry recovery and growing demand for electronics, EVs, and IoT applications.

$QCOM unveiled new PC and robotics processors at CES 2026. The company aims to reduce reliance on the smartphone market and compete with Intel and AMD in emerging sectors, signaling growth potential in AI-enabled computing and robotics.

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