Zhong Guo Ji Jin Bao·2026-02-18 16:14Market Performance - US stock market experienced a significant rally, with the Dow Jones rising over 300 points, the Nasdaq increasing by over 1%, and the S&P 500 gaining approximately 0.9% [1] - Technology stocks led the market surge, with Nvidia rising over 2% following Meta's announcement of expanding its data centers using millions of Nvidia chips [1] - Amazon's stock increased by 2% after Pershing Square raised its stake in the company by 65%, making it the fund's third-largest holding [1] - Micron Technology surged approximately 6% after David Tepper's Appaloosa Management increased its stake to $428 million, a 200% increase, making it the fund's fourth-largest holding [1] Commodity Prices - Oil prices rose by 3%, while gold increased by 2.5%, surpassing $5000 per ounce, and silver surged approximately 6% [3] - The rise in commodity prices is attributed to geopolitical tensions, particularly concerning Iran, which has raised concerns about potential disruptions in oil supply [5][6] Economic Indicators - A series of economic data indicated robust performance in the US economy, contributing to the stock market's rise, including a significant increase in industrial output and strong capital investment at the end of the previous year [2] - New housing starts reached a five-month high, further indicating economic strength [2]