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TradingKey - The war in Iran has once again drawn the world’s attention to the Strait of Hormuz — that narrow waterway connecting the Persian Gulf and the Arabian Sea, through which about one‑fifth of global oil trade passes.

• Salesforce stock fell after a $25 billion accelerated share repurchase. • The buyback is funded by $25 billion in senior notes and a $6 billion loan. • Investor caution stems from increased debt to finance the share repurchase.

• Broadcom's share price declined amid volatility, profit-taking, and valuation concerns. • Company reported strong Q1 2026 earnings, high AI chip sales targets, and product innovations. • Investor caution stems from valuation, AI vision sustainability, software growth, and regulatory risks.

• Meta's AI model "Avocado" delayed to May 2026, underperforming competitors. • Regulatory scrutiny increases with a privacy lawsuit and European chatbot agreement. • Investors cite AI lag and regulation, leading to stock volatility and reduced stakes.

• GEV experienced downward pressure due to market sentiment shifts. • Institutional investors reduced holdings in GEV, impacting sentiment. • Company's wind segment losses and rich valuation add to GEV's sensitivity.

• Gold prices declined due to a stronger dollar and easing geopolitical tensions. • Fed's expected fewer rate cuts make gold less attractive for investors. • Newmont projects lower gold output and higher costs in 2026.

• Copper prices declined, impacting Southern Copper's revenue. • Analysts largely rated Southern Copper as "Sell" or "Reduce." • Deteriorating ore grades and insider sales pose company risks.

• Analysts raised Micron price targets, citing strong demand. • Micron's HBM production for 2026 is sold out. • High demand for memory chips drives positive financial outlook.

• Ex-dividend date and institutional block trade pressured HSBC stock. • Executive tax-related sales and missed US earnings per share contributed. • Geopolitical tensions and proposed Fed capital rules also impacted sentiment.

• Analysts issued positive ratings and raised price targets for Lam Research. • Semiconductor industry growth is fueled by increasing AI infrastructure demand. • Lam Research may be considering acquiring BE Semiconductor for strategic enhancement.

• Institutional investors increased Amphenol (APH) stakes. • Analysts maintain a "Buy" rating with upside potential. • CommScope acquisition is a key driver for growth.

• Applied Materials increased quarterly dividend by 15%, ninth consecutive year. • Strong AI demand and partnerships drive semiconductor equipment sales. • Analyst sentiment is positive with "Buy" ratings and raised price targets.

• Adobe stock declined on cautious Q2 guidance and CEO transition. • Q1 results beat expectations, but future outlook was conservative. • Leadership change introduces uncertainty amid AI competition.

TradingKey - At 9:25 AM ET, latest data showed that the US January core PCE price index year-on-year growth was largely in line with market expectations, easing investor concerns over rising inflation. US stock futures rose across the board in pre-market trading.

TradingKey - The demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure has surged into one of the hottest areas within technology and continues to drive increased investment in companies providing the underlying computing resources necessary for today's AI applications.

TradingKey - At 8:30 AM ET, released U.S. PCE data indicated that overall U.S. inflation indicators remained moderate. According to data released by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the U.S. Personal Consumption Expenditures (PCE) price index for January rose 2.8% year-on-year, lower than the market expectation of 2.9%, while core PCE growth was largely in line with expectations.

TradingKey - In traditional FX logic, rising interest rates typically enhance a currency's attractiveness. However, the Yen's price action has shown a clear divergence. Despite mounting market expectations for a rate hike in Japan, the Yen continues to weaken, with USD/JPY once again approaching the 160 level.

TradingKey - Adobe (ADBE.US) fell nearly 8% in pre-market trading on March 13 ET. Shares dropped significantly in after-hours trading following the release of the company's latest earnings report after the close of the previous trading session.

TradingKey - AI infrastructure isn't just GPUs. Each advance in computing power relies on speedier networks, dependable interconnects, and exhaustive testing before systems are deployed. This is where the validation and measurement tools lie at the heart of the buildout. The growing demand for faste

TradingKey - As the US dollar continues to strengthen, the Japanese yen is again approaching a key psychological level. During Friday's Asian trading session, USD/JPY rose toward the 160 level. The yen's persistent depreciation against the dollar has fueled market speculation that Japanese authoriti