Chip Earnings Power Averages Higher as Nasdaq Volatility Cools Midweek
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Major U.S. stock indices moved higher midweek, bolstered by strong semiconductor and technology earnings while mega-cap equities digested mixed results. The S&P 500 closed up 1.51% for the week at 7,739.13, and the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite gained 1.98% to finish at 26,468.60 despite a minor 0.03% daily dip. The Dow Jones Industrial Average added 0.30% to reach 52,536.29. Tech sentiment improved significantly as the Nasdaq volatility index, the VXN, dropped 3.51 points to 24.79, while the broader VIX eased to 17.31. Meanwhile, the benchmark 10-year Treasury yield ticked up to 5.03%. Corporate highlights included Texas Instruments reporting third-quarter revenue of $6.06 billion with net income of $2.43 billion, and earnings per share of $2.62. Meta Platforms posted revenue of $64.60 billion, up 26% year-over-year, alongside net income of $9.86 billion, though results included a substantial legal settlement charge tied to teen mental health litigation.
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Major U.S. stock indices showed an upward trend, with the S&P 500 rising 1.51% for the week, driven by strong earnings in semiconductors and tech stocks. The Nasdaq volatility index, VXN, dropped 3.51 points to 24.79, indicating stabilizing sentiment in tech investments. Conversely, crude oil prices surged 3.47% to $103.37 per barrel, increasing the burden of energy costs.
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- Semiconductors — Texas Instruments reported Q3 revenue of $6.06 billion, up 28% year-over-year, and a 73% surge in operating income, proving sector-wide earnings growth.
- Crude Oil — WTI crude spiked 3.47% in a single day to $103.37 per barrel, expected to significantly improve short-term profitability for oil producers.
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- Airlines — WTI crude surged 3.47% to $103.37 per barrel, directly increasing jet fuel costs and dealing a direct blow to airline operating margins.
- Chemicals — Crude oil prices jumped to $103.37 per barrel and natural gas prices soared 13.87%, increasing margin pressure due to rising basic raw material costs.
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