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TradingKey — Pinduoduo (PDD) will release its first-quarter 2026 financial results before the U.S. market opens on May 27 ET, and will hold an earnings conference call at 7:30 AM ET that same day.

TradingKey - During the Asian trading session on May 27, reports indicated that TSMC plans to raise pricing for its 3nm process again in the second half of the year, with increases of up to 15%. Prices may rise further by 5% to 10% next year.

TradingKey - On May 27, the Samsung Electronics labor union approved a wage agreement with a 73.7% approval rate, averting a major strike at the last minute that threatened to disrupt global chip supplies. Under the agreement, average wages will increase by 6.2%. Additionally, a "special operating performance bonus" for the semiconductor division will be established, funded by 10.5% of operating profit, alongside a new housing loan program offering up to 500 million KRW.

TradingKey - At a critical juncture as SpaceX targets the largest IPO in history, the U.S. Space Force and global index giant FTSE Russell released major tailwinds on the same day, injecting dual momentum into the star aerospace company’s path to listing.

TradingKey - On May 27, boosted by the overnight surge in U.S. chip stocks, Japanese and South Korean stock markets both hit intraday record highs on Wednesday.

TradingKey - This Tuesday, Quantinuum, a quantum computing subsidiary of Honeywell (HON), officially filed its IPO pricing terms with the U.S. SEC. The company plans to list on the Nasdaq under the ticker symbol "QNT."

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TradingKey - During the Asian trading session on May 27, Japanese and South Korean stock markets rose significantly in early trading, driven by the overnight surge in the U.S. semiconductor sector. South Korea's KOSPI Index reached an intraday record high, while the KOSPI 200 futures index rose more than 5%, triggering a circuit breaker mechanism that suspended program trading for five minutes.

TradingKey - On Tuesday ET, the US chip sector surged collectively. Micron (MU) closed up 19.29%, reaching a new all-time high and driving its market capitalization above $1 trillion for the first time.

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TradingKey - The S&P 500 rose 0.61% to 7519.12 to notch fresh intraday and closing records, and the Nasdaq Composite climbed 1.19% to 26656.18 on a powerful chip-led surge. The Dow Jones Industrial Average slipped 0.23% to 50461.68 as healthcare and energy stocks dragged.

TradingKey - During the Asian trading session on May 27, SK Hynix's share price surged over 10% intraday, with its market capitalization historically surpassing $1 trillion. It becomes the second semiconductor manufacturer in Asia to reach this milestone after Samsung Electronics, and the third memory chip company globally to achieve a $1 trillion market valuation.

Tradingkey - On May 26, Eastern Time, driven by a decline in U.S. Treasury yields, U.S. technology stocks extended their rally. The three major indices closed mixed, with the S&P 500 and the Nasdaq Composite hitting record highs. At the close, the Dow Jones Industrial Average fell 0.23% to 50,461.68; the S&P 500 rose 0.61% to 7,519.12; and the Nasdaq Composite rose 1.19% to 26,656.18.

• PepsiCo stock downturn due to valuation and macro pressures. • Consumer confidence low, inflation outlook concerning for staples. • Company faces input costs, plans price hikes, analysts rate Hold.

• Nokia's AI and cloud networking pivot shows tangible market recognition. • AI Networking Innovation Lab launch signals commitment to next-gen tech. • Q1 sales growth and upgraded guidance reflect financial progress.

• NTES Q1 2026 revenue and EPS exceeded expectations. • Strong gaming segment performance drove company's financial results. • Analysts revised ratings upwards, citing growth prospects and operational efficiency.

• ASX guidance increased FY27 capital expenditure and total expense forecasts. • Investors concerned about margin pressure and execution risks. • ASE Technology Holding Co Ltd (ASX) has neutral technical indicators.

• NXP Semiconductors Q1 2026 earnings and Q2 guidance surpassed estimates. • Growth in Automotive, IoT, and data center revenues is strong. • Analysts maintain a positive outlook with "Buy" ratings and increased price targets.

• ConocoPhillips beat earnings but lowered 2026 production guidance. • Stock trades below 20-day and 50-day moving averages. • Volatile oil prices and institutional selling pressure persist.

• ExxonMobil shares fell due to Middle East geopolitical shifts. • Oil price volatility and a potential Iran peace deal impacted sentiment. • Corporate governance concerns and a Texas redomicile proposal added pressure.