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Nvidia Stock Analysis by zForex Research Team - 05.23.2024
Nvidia's Strong Results and Sales Forecast Propel Tech Sector Gains
On Thursday, S&P 500 futures rose by approximately 0.7%, with the Nasdaq surging 1% and Dow Jones futures adding about 60 points, fueled by positive sentiment surrounding Nvidia's quarterly results. Nvidia surpassed earnings and revenue estimates, driven by robust demand for AI chips, and additionally announced a strong sales forecast along with a 10-for-1 stock split. This news propelled Nvidia shares nearly 7% higher in premarket trading, consequently boosting the tech sector. Other tech stocks such as Super Micro Computer (up 5.1%), Micron Technology (up 3.6%), and AMD (up 2.8%) also experienced gains.
Meanwhile, investors continued to digest a hawkish stance from the Fed, following the release of FOMC minutes indicating that policymakers require more confidence in the disinflation process and are likely to maintain elevated interest rates for some time. Among megacaps, Microsoft (up 0.9%), Apple (up 0.3%), Amazon (up 0.8%), Meta (up 1.2%), and Alphabet (up 0.4%) were all trading higher before the opening bell. On the economic front, initial claims fell more than anticipated, and Flash S&P Global PMIs will be closely watched throughout the day.
After hitting a new peak and gaining momentum, the Nasdaq's first significant resistance level is at the psychological mark of 19,000. If this level is surpassed, further resistance levels to monitor include 19,200 and 19,400. On the downside, the initial support range is between 18,930-18,950, with potential follow-up support at 18,800 and 18,650 if this range is breached.
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Nvidia's Strong Results and Sales Forecast Propel Tech Sector Gains
On Thursday, S&P 500 futures rose by approximately 0.7%, with the Nasdaq surging 1% and Dow Jones futures adding about 60 points, fueled by positive sentiment surrounding Nvidia's quarterly results. Nvidia surpassed earnings and revenue estimates, driven by robust demand for AI chips, and additionally announced a strong sales forecast along with a 10-for-1 stock split. This news propelled Nvidia shares nearly 7% higher in premarket trading, consequently boosting the tech sector. Other tech stocks such as Super Micro Computer (up 5.1%), Micron Technology (up 3.6%), and AMD (up 2.8%) also experienced gains.
Meanwhile, investors continued to digest a hawkish stance from the Fed, following the release of FOMC minutes indicating that policymakers require more confidence in the disinflation process and are likely to maintain elevated interest rates for some time. Among megacaps, Microsoft (up 0.9%), Apple (up 0.3%), Amazon (up 0.8%), Meta (up 1.2%), and Alphabet (up 0.4%) were all trading higher before the opening bell. On the economic front, initial claims fell more than anticipated, and Flash S&P Global PMIs will be closely watched throughout the day.
After hitting a new peak and gaining momentum, the Nasdaq's first significant resistance level is at the psychological mark of 19,000. If this level is surpassed, further resistance levels to monitor include 19,200 and 19,400. On the downside, the initial support range is between 18,930-18,950, with potential follow-up support at 18,800 and 18,650 if this range is breached.
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