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## AI Fuels Another Momentum Day, Ride the Wave
Markets are riding strong momentum today. AI leaders are paving the way, and our bias is heavily long.
## Macro calendar
### Yesterday — what already moved
- 🔴 High · **NZD** · 2:00am — Official Cash Rate
- 🔴 High · **NZD** · 2:00am — RBNZ Rate Statement
- 🔴 High · **NZD** · 3:00am — RBNZ Press Conference
- 🔴 High · **USD** · 6:00pm — FOMC Meeting Minutes
- 🟡 Med · **CHF** · 4:40pm — SNB Chairman Schlegel Speaks
### Today — watch list (times in ET)
- 🟡 Med · **USD** · 12:30pm — Unemployment Claims
## Top closed stocks trades (24h)
| Asset | Side | PnL | ROI on $1400 |
|---|---|---|---|
| [BBX](/stocks/bbx) | LONG | +$159.20 | +11.37% |
| [MSTR](/stocks/mstr) | SHORT | +$70.70 | +5.05% |
| [NBIS](/stocks/nbis) | LONG | +$49.10 | +3.51% |
## Open stocks positions leading right now
| Asset | Side | Unrealized PnL | ROI |
|---|---|---|---|
| [QCOM](/stocks/qcom) | LONG | +$51.86 | +3.32% |
| [MRVL](/stocks/mrvl) | LONG | +$37.01 | +3.59% |
| [TSLA](/stocks/tsla) | SHORT | +$27.93 | +2.84% |
| [NVDA](/stocks/nvda) | LONG | +$27.58 | +3.37% |
| [NOK](/stocks/nok) | LONG | +$23.55 | +1.54% |
Micron's massive US investment plan, now $250 billion through 2035, signals serious semiconductor manufacturing expansion. This echoes the broader AI race, with [Micron Technology](/stocks/mu) likely benefiting from government support and industry demand.
On the flip side, Aehr Test Systems saw a surge on a silicon photonics order. This highlights the niche players getting traction within the AI infrastructure buildout. Remember, not all AI news is equal; focus on the tangible orders and expansions, not just the hype.
Today's Pulse confirms a strong bullish trend, matching crypto's strength. We're playing momentum names, adding on dips and trailing stops. Keep focused on the leaders like [QCOM](/stocks/qcom) and manage risk tightly. Explore Radiant algorithms to refine your edge. [explore Radiant algorithms](/algorithms)
## Sources tracked
Headlines from the last 24h were aggregated and analysed from MarketWatch, CNBC, Investing.com and WSJ. We summarise market-moving facts in our own words; we do not republish third-party content.
- **MarketWatch** — This chart shows stamp prices since 1885 as USPS hikes postage again this weekend
- **MarketWatch** — The dot-com crash was a $5 trillion blip. Why the next financial crisis could hit 4 times harder.
- **MarketWatch** — The U.S. and China are today’s leaders in AI. These countries could be the next-stage champions.
- **Investing.com** — EU lawmakers back reinstating interim rules to allow Big Tech to tackle child pornography
- **Investing.com** — Apple eyeing startup PrismML to bring massive AI models direct to iPhone
- **Investing.com** — Micron boosts U.S. investment plan again, commits $250 billion through 2035
- **MarketWatch** — Major drugmaker loses $27 billion in market value after failed trial
- **MarketWatch** — Gen Z-ers share how they’re achieving financial freedom — and the old ideas they’re leaving behind
- **MarketWatch** — PepsiCo cuts prices on snacks. It’s not enough to drive growth in North America.
- **Investing.com** — Aehr Test Systems stock surges on silicon photonics order