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US Stock Market Today: S&P 500 and Nasdaq Rally on Cooler Inflation as Micron Reignites Tech — Nike and FedEx Report After the Bell (Updated 4:15 PM EST, Dec. 18, 2025)

US Stock Market Today: S&P 500 and Nasdaq Rally on Cooler Inflation as Micron Reignites Tech — Nike and FedEx Report After the Bell (Updated 4:15 PM EST, Dec. 18, 2025)

The S&P 500 rose 0.78% to 6,773.91 and the Nasdaq gained 1.37% Thursday after U.S. inflation slowed to 2.7% and Micron issued a strong profit forecast. The 10-year Treasury yield dropped to 4.11%. Jobless claims fell, signaling a cooling but stable labor market. Lululemon and Trump Media both jumped on deal and stake news.
Dow Jones Today: DJIA Closes Higher on Cooler Inflation, Micron-Fueled Tech Rebound (Updated 4:15 PM EST, Dec. 18, 2025)

Dow Jones Today: DJIA Closes Higher on Cooler Inflation, Micron-Fueled Tech Rebound (Updated 4:15 PM EST, Dec. 18, 2025)

The Dow Jones Industrial Average rose 69.36 points, or 0.14%, to 47,955.33 on Thursday. The S&P 500 gained 0.78% and the Nasdaq climbed 1.37%, boosted by Micron’s strong outlook and softer-than-expected U.S. inflation data. November CPI rose 2.7% year-over-year, below forecasts, but data collection was disrupted by a government shutdown.
AI Stocks Today (Dec. 18, 2025): Micron Ignites the AI Chip Rally as OpenAI Funding Talk and Data-Center Financing Fears Keep Wall Street on Edge

AI Stocks Today (Dec. 18, 2025): Micron Ignites the AI Chip Rally as OpenAI Funding Talk and Data-Center Financing Fears Keep Wall Street on Edge

Micron shares jumped 13.5% to $255.95 by early afternoon Thursday after the company issued a strong profit outlook and highlighted high demand for AI memory chips. The Philadelphia SE Semiconductor Index rose about 3%. Nvidia, AMD, Microsoft, Alphabet, and Meta also posted gains. Softer U.S. inflation data further boosted sentiment, sending Treasury yields lower and supporting tech stocks.
Data Center Stocks Today: Micron Ignites an AI Infrastructure Rebound as Oracle Funding Questions and Power-Grid Costs Loom (Dec. 18, 2025)

Data Center Stocks Today: Micron Ignites an AI Infrastructure Rebound as Oracle Funding Questions and Power-Grid Costs Loom (Dec. 18, 2025)

Micron surged 13.7% and Constellation Energy rose 6.1% by early afternoon as U.S. data center stocks rallied on a softer November CPI and strong Micron outlook. The Nasdaq gained 1.9%. Digital Realty slipped 0.7%, while Dell dropped 2.6%. Government shutdown distortions affected inflation data, with BLS canceling October’s CPI and unemployment releases.
18 December 2025
Global Stock Markets Today (18 December 2025, 1:55): Stocks Rebound on Softer US Inflation as BoE Cuts and ECB Holds; AI Trade Still Volatile

Global Stock Markets Today (18 December 2025, 1:55): Stocks Rebound on Softer US Inflation as BoE Cuts and ECB Holds; AI Trade Still Volatile

Global stocks rebounded Thursday after softer U.S. inflation data revived rate-cut hopes, despite missing monthly details due to a government shutdown. Japan’s Nikkei dropped 1.4% on AI-linked tech selloffs, while Micron’s strong forecast lifted U.S. chipmakers. Oil prices rose on geopolitical risks. European central banks mostly met expectations, with the Bank of England cutting rates and the ECB holding steady.
18 December 2025
US Stock Market Today (Dec. 18, 2025, 1:52 p.m. ET): Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Jump on Cooler CPI as Micron Ignites Tech Rebound

US Stock Market Today (Dec. 18, 2025, 1:52 p.m. ET): Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq Jump on Cooler CPI as Micron Ignites Tech Rebound

U.S. stocks climbed Thursday afternoon after inflation data came in below expectations, reviving hopes for Fed rate cuts in early 2026. At 1:52 p.m. ET, the Dow rose 0.39%, the S&P 500 gained 1.06%, and the Nasdaq jumped 1.72%. Micron’s outlook steadied tech shares. The CPI report was clouded by missing October data due to a government shutdown.
Top AI Stocks to Buy Today (Dec. 18, 2025): Nvidia, Microsoft, Amazon, Broadcom, Micron and More as AI Trade Rebounds

Top AI Stocks to Buy Today (Dec. 18, 2025): Nvidia, Microsoft, Amazon, Broadcom, Micron and More as AI Trade Rebounds

Micron shares jumped midday after a strong profit forecast tied to AI memory demand, lifting semiconductor and tech stocks. Wall Street rose on a cooler CPI print, though shutdown-related data issues cloud the inflation outlook. Amazon reorganized its AI leadership, and Meta’s Yann LeCun announced his departure. OpenAI is reportedly seeking up to $100 billion in new funding.
Micron Technology Stock (MU) Surges on Blowout Guidance: AI HBM Demand, Supply Crunch, and New Analyst Targets (Dec. 18, 2025)

Micron Technology Stock (MU) Surges on Blowout Guidance: AI HBM Demand, Supply Crunch, and New Analyst Targets (Dec. 18, 2025)

Micron shares surged nearly 12% to $252.34 on Dec. 18 after the company posted record fiscal Q1 revenue of $13.6 billion and issued a bullish Q2 outlook. The company reported DRAM revenue of $10.8 billion, non-GAAP EPS of $4.78, and guided for Q2 revenue of $18.7 billion with gross margin at 68%. Investors responded to strong AI-driven demand and tight memory supply.
18 December 2025
Semiconductor Stocks Rally at Midday (Dec. 18, 2025): Micron Ignites the AI-Memory Trade as CPI Cools and Chip ETFs Jump

Semiconductor Stocks Rally at Midday (Dec. 18, 2025): Micron Ignites the AI-Memory Trade as CPI Cools and Chip ETFs Jump

Micron shares jumped nearly 12% midday Thursday after the company forecast second-quarter profit almost double Wall Street estimates, citing strong AI-driven memory demand. The rally lifted the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index about 2.8%, with Nvidia, AMD, and TSMC also higher. Investors responded to both Micron’s outlook and softer U.S. inflation data. Some analysts flagged data-quality concerns linked to the recent government shutdown.
Micron Stock (MU) Jumps on Blowout Forecast: AI Memory Shortage, HBM Sold Out for 2026, and What Wall Street Expects Next

Micron Stock (MU) Jumps on Blowout Forecast: AI Memory Shortage, HBM Sold Out for 2026, and What Wall Street Expects Next

Micron Technology reported record fiscal Q1 2026 results, with revenue of $13.64 billion and GAAP net income of $5.24 billion, beating Wall Street estimates. The company issued Q2 guidance far above expectations, projecting revenue of $18.7 billion and non-GAAP EPS of $8.42. Shares surged, lifting semiconductor stocks as Micron said all 2026 HBM supply is sold out amid tight AI-driven demand.
AI Stocks Today (Dec. 18, 2025, 10:07 a.m. ET): Micron’s Blowout Forecast Lifts Nvidia as Oracle Financing Jitters Test the AI Trade

AI Stocks Today (Dec. 18, 2025, 10:07 a.m. ET): Micron’s Blowout Forecast Lifts Nvidia as Oracle Financing Jitters Test the AI Trade

Micron shares jumped Thursday after the company issued a stronger-than-expected profit forecast, citing tight supply and high demand for high-bandwidth memory used in AI data centers. U.S. inflation cooled in November, with CPI up 2.7% year over year, fueling hopes for rate cuts and boosting tech stocks at the open. Ongoing concerns remain about financing large-scale data center projects, affecting sentiment across AI infrastructure names.
US Stock Market Today Dec. 18, 2025: Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq Rise After Cooler CPI as Micron Sparks Tech Bounce

US Stock Market Today Dec. 18, 2025: Dow, S&P 500 and Nasdaq Rise After Cooler CPI as Micron Sparks Tech Bounce

U.S. stocks rose sharply Thursday morning after November CPI data showed annual inflation at 2.7%, below the expected 3.1%. The S&P 500 ETF gained 0.8%, Nasdaq 100 ETF 1.2%, and the 10-year Treasury yield slipped to 4.13%. The U.S. dollar index fell to 98.25. Data collection issues from the recent government shutdown left some economists cautious about the report’s reliability.
18 December 2025
Dow Jones Today (Dec. 18, 2025): DJIA Rises to 48,112 at 9:47 a.m. ET After Softer CPI and Micron-Fueled Tech Bounce

Dow Jones Today (Dec. 18, 2025): DJIA Rises to 48,112 at 9:47 a.m. ET After Softer CPI and Micron-Fueled Tech Bounce

At 9:47 a.m. ET Thursday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average traded at 48,112.66, up 226.69 points after a lower-than-expected November CPI report. Headline inflation rose 2.7% year-over-year, missing forecasts, but no monthly data was published due to a government shutdown. The S&P 500 gained 0.7%, Nasdaq rose 1.2%, and traders increased bets on a January Fed rate cut.
18 December 2025
Nvidia (NVDA) Stock Today: AI Funding Jitters, Blackwell Demand Signals, and Fresh Analyst Forecasts (Dec. 18, 2025)

Nvidia (NVDA) Stock Today: AI Funding Jitters, Blackwell Demand Signals, and Fresh Analyst Forecasts (Dec. 18, 2025)

Nvidia shares closed at $170.94 on December 17, down 3.8% after a sector-wide chip selloff driven by concerns over AI data-center spending. Early Thursday, NVDA traded higher near $173 as chip stocks rebounded on strong memory demand signals from Micron. Nvidia remains up about 28% in 2025, with a market cap near $4.32 trillion. Investors remain focused on the sustainability of AI infrastructure funding.
AI Stocks Today: Nvidia, Micron, Oracle and Broadcom Lead the Action as OpenAI Funding Talk and Data-Center Debt Fears Shake Markets (Dec. 18, 2025)

AI Stocks Today: Nvidia, Micron, Oracle and Broadcom Lead the Action as OpenAI Funding Talk and Data-Center Debt Fears Shake Markets (Dec. 18, 2025)

U.S. stocks fell Wednesday, with AI-linked shares among the steepest decliners. Nvidia dropped 3.8%, Broadcom 4.5%, and Oracle 5.4%. Investors are weighing high capex and uncertain payback in AI infrastructure. Micron bucked the trend, rising after forecasting strong demand for high-bandwidth memory and raising 2026 capex to $20 billion.
Big Tech Stocks Today: Magnificent Seven in Focus Ahead of U.S. CPI as Apple AI Hopes, Nvidia Rivalry, Amazon Shake-Up Drive the Tape (Dec. 18, 2025)

Big Tech Stocks Today: Magnificent Seven in Focus Ahead of U.S. CPI as Apple AI Hopes, Nvidia Rivalry, Amazon Shake-Up Drive the Tape (Dec. 18, 2025)

Big Tech stocks showed a cautious rebound in early premarket trading Thursday after an AI-driven selloff, with Tesla, Nvidia, Meta, and Alphabet modestly higher and Micron surging post-earnings. Nasdaq 100 futures rose 0.6% by 3:55 a.m. ET. Investors await the U.S. CPI report, expected at 3.0% year-over-year, as debate intensifies over the costs and returns of heavy AI investment.
Semiconductor Stocks Today (Dec. 18, 2025): Micron’s AI Memory Surge Meets Nvidia Capex Jitters, TSMC Tailwinds, and Fresh China-EUV Risk

Semiconductor Stocks Today (Dec. 18, 2025): Micron’s AI Memory Surge Meets Nvidia Capex Jitters, TSMC Tailwinds, and Fresh China-EUV Risk

Micron shares jumped 9% premarket Thursday after the company issued a much stronger-than-expected profit forecast, citing tight supply and surging demand for high-bandwidth memory used in AI. The upbeat results contrast with Wednesday’s sharp selloff in chip stocks, which was driven by concerns over AI infrastructure spending and financing. Micron’s CEO expects memory markets to remain tight beyond 2026.
Nasdaq Today: Futures Rise Ahead of CPI as Micron Lifts Tech After AI-Led Selloff (Dec. 18, 2025)

Nasdaq Today: Futures Rise Ahead of CPI as Micron Lifts Tech After AI-Led Selloff (Dec. 18, 2025)

Nasdaq 100 futures rose about 0.8% early Thursday, rebounding after a sharp tech selloff driven by AI funding concerns sent the Nasdaq Composite down 1.81% to a three-week low Wednesday. Micron Technology surged premarket on strong profit guidance, while investors awaited a key U.S. inflation report and watched global central bank moves. Treasury yields edged lower.
NYSE Today (Dec. 18, 2025): Stock Futures Edge Higher Ahead of CPI, Micron Surge, and Central Bank Decisions

NYSE Today (Dec. 18, 2025): Stock Futures Edge Higher Ahead of CPI, Micron Surge, and Central Bank Decisions

U.S. stock futures edged higher before Thursday’s open, with Nasdaq 100 futures up 0.6% and S&P 500 futures gaining 0.3%, after Micron’s upbeat outlook. Wednesday’s session saw the Dow fall 228 points, S&P 500 drop 79, and Nasdaq lose 418 amid tech and chip selloffs. Investors await the November CPI at 8:30 a.m. ET, the first since the government shutdown disrupted inflation data.
S&P 500 Today: Futures Edge Higher Ahead of Delayed CPI as AI Spending Jitters Grip Wall Street (Dec. 18, 2025)

S&P 500 Today: Futures Edge Higher Ahead of Delayed CPI as AI Spending Jitters Grip Wall Street (Dec. 18, 2025)

The S&P 500 closed Wednesday down 1.16% at 6,721.43, pressured by sharp declines in AI-linked mega-caps like Nvidia and Oracle. U.S. stock futures edged 0.3%–0.6% higher early Thursday as traders awaited a delayed November CPI report, which will lack standard monthly details due to the recent government shutdown.
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  • Elsight Q1 2026 Results and Contested Boardroom Vote Stir Investor Debate
    May 2, 2026, 12:40 PM EDT. Elsight Limited (ASX:ELS) faces heightened investor scrutiny following its Q1 2026 earnings call and shareholder activist Stephen Mayne's bid for a board seat. The company has urged shareholders to oppose Mayne's nomination ahead of the 29 May AGM. Despite recent profitability after years of losses, Elsight must sustain rapid revenue growth and manage rising operating costs to meet 2028 targets of A$71.8 million in revenue and A$22.5 million earnings. Market valuations vary widely, reflecting uncertainty about the impact of governance tensions alongside business execution risks. Investors weigh the contested board election's effect on governance against Elsight's immediate challenges in contract wins, cost control, and capital strength. Forecasts suggest fair value estimates range from A$1.99, implying a 71% downside, to A$11.65, indicating significant upside potential.

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