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'A broadening playbook': Wall Street sees stock market gains beyond tech
Yahoo Finance· 2026-01-18 16:05
Group 1 - Investor enthusiasm for artificial intelligence is expected to drive Big Tech stocks, but gains are also anticipated in other sectors such as Industrials, Materials, Energy, and Consumer Staples, which have all outperformed the broader market by 5.5% or more [1][5] - The small-cap Russell 2000 index has risen 8% since the start of the year, outperforming the S&P 500, which is up more than 1% during the same period, indicating a broadening investment strategy [2] - Oppenheimer's chief investment strategist has set a bullish price target for the S&P 500 at 8,100, while other analysts expect it to reach 7,500 or 7,600, suggesting a rotation in investment focus without abandoning technology [3][4] Group 2 - Earnings reports from major firms like Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley indicate a strong year for investment banking, contributing to positive market sentiment [5] - Strong results from Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. have boosted semiconductor stocks, reinforcing optimism about the accelerating AI cycle [5][6] - The performance of AI chipmakers highlights the expectation that artificial intelligence and technology will lead the market again this year as adoption increases across enterprises [6][7] Group 3 - The head of US equity strategy at Barclays believes that big tech and AI will remain central to the market, despite increased scrutiny around AI [7] - Software stocks, including Microsoft, Salesforce, and ServiceNow, have faced challenges as investors assess the impact of AI, indicating potential volatility in this segment [7]
Viewtrix Technology Co., Ltd.(H0330) - Application Proof (1st submission)
2026-01-18 16:00
The Stock Exchange of Hong Kong Limited and the Securities and Futures Commission take no responsibility for the contents of this Application Proof, make no representation as to its accuracy or completeness and expressly disclaim any liability whatsoever for any loss howsoever arising from or in reliance upon the whole or any part of the contents of this Application Proof. Application Proof of Viewtrix Technology Co., Ltd. 雲英谷科技股份有限公司 (the "Company") (A joint stock company incorporated in the People's Repub ...
What to Expect in Markets This Week: Trump Davos Speech, MLK Holiday, PCE Inflation, Netflix, Intel Earnings
Yahoo Finance· 2026-01-18 10:00
It's a short trading week due to the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday, but there is still plenty happening. Stock and bond markets are closed for the holiday on Monday, the day the World Economic Forum begins in Davos, Switzerland. President Donald Trump is expected to speak on Wednesday in Davos, where he is expected to address housing market reforms and other economic topics.The delayed Personal Consumption Expenditures price index for October and November is scheduled for release, as is the final reading ...
东吴证券:如何理解近期市场的波动
Xin Lang Cai Jing· 2026-01-18 09:14
Group 1 - The core viewpoint of the article is that the market has shown a "spring rally" since December 17, 2025, with the Shanghai Composite Index achieving a record of seventeen consecutive gains and surpassing 4100 points, indicating a significant recovery from a previous low [1][9] - The stock-foreign exchange hedging index is used to assess market turning points, highlighting the divergence between A-shares and the RMB exchange rate, which serves as a valuation anchor for Chinese assets [1][9] - Historical trends validate the effectiveness of the stock-foreign exchange hedging index in predicting market movements, with notable instances in September 2024 and August 2025 where divergences led to subsequent corrections in the market [2][10] Group 2 - The current market rally is characterized by increased liquidity, driven by external factors such as the easing of uncertainties from overseas economic data and the consensus on the 2026 "14th Five-Year Plan" focusing on strategic industries like satellite and aerospace [3][11] - The structure of new capital inflows shows a combination of long-term investments, active short-term trading, and foreign capital returning to the market, indicating a robust investment environment [4][12] - Significant inflows into the A500 ETF and a surge in short-term trading activities have been observed, with net inflows of nearly 400 billion RMB in financing funds during late December 2025 [5][13] Group 3 - Recent signals suggest a "slow bull" market strategy, with regulatory measures aimed at controlling excessive leverage and stabilizing market fluctuations, which is crucial for maintaining a steady market environment [6][14] - The Shanghai Composite Index's unprecedented seventeen consecutive gains indicate a potential overheating of market sentiment, necessitating measures to moderate this trend and prevent systemic risks [7][15] - Looking ahead, the market is expected to enter a second phase of the spring rally, supported by regulatory guidance and a focus on performance metrics as annual earnings reports approach [8][16] Group 4 - Investment focus should be on sectors with strong performance indicators, including AI hardware, renewable energy, and cyclical price increases in industrial metals, as well as emerging industries highlighted in the "14th Five-Year Plan" [8][17] - Specific areas of interest include domestic AI capabilities, energy storage, and advancements in new technologies such as quantum communication and brain-computer interfaces, which are expected to benefit from policy support and industry progress [8][17]
Global Markets See Weekly Declines Amid Q4 Earnings and Rising Geopolitical Tensions
Stock Market News· 2026-01-18 08:40
Global Equity Markets - Major global stock indices closed the week lower, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average (DJIA) falling 0.54% to 49087, NASDAQ Composite (IXIC) dropping 0.82% to 25319, and S&P 500 (SPX) declining 0.38% [2][8] - European markets mirrored this trend, with Germany's DAX falling 0.97% to 25077, FTSE 100 dropping 0.83% to 10171, and Hang Seng Index shedding 0.61% to 26469 [3][8] - Despite solid earnings from major banks, investor sentiment was affected by diminishing expectations for Federal Reserve interest rate cuts, with the probability of a 25-basis-point cut in March easing to 23% from 30% [2][8] Commodities Market - Commodities saw gains, with Gold (XAU) rising 0.55% to $4623 and US Oil (CL=F) increasing 0.64% to $5964, driven by softer U.S. inflation data and ongoing geopolitical tensions [4][8] - The EUR/USD currency pair experienced a slight dip of 0.18% to 11577 [4] Geopolitical Developments - The Syrian army announced control over the Koniko natural gas field, a significant energy asset previously capable of producing up to 13 million cubic meters of natural gas per day, following the withdrawal of US forces [5][8] - The European Union warned of a "dangerous downward spiral" in transatlantic trade relations due to former President Trump's proposed tariffs on European countries, starting at 10% from February 1st and potentially rising to 25% in June [6][7][8] Turkey's Honey Industry - Turkey's honey industry is facing severe pressure from fake honey products, leading to intense price competition, with fake honey selling for approximately EUR1.60 per kilogram compared to authentic honey reaching up to EUR8 per kilogram [9][10] - Authorities have seized 8,150 tons of glucose, fructose, and sugar used in counterfeit production, along with 100,000 fake honey labels, highlighting the industry's struggle with reputation and quality [10] Japan's Nuclear Energy Policy - Japan is moving forward with the restart of its nuclear power plants, including the Kashiwazaki-Kariwa plant, aiming for nuclear power to account for 20% of its energy supply by 2041 [11] - This shift in energy policy follows substantial safety upgrades and a 1.2 trillion yen investment by TEPCO [11]
TRNG随机数学习和验证笔记
Xin Lang Cai Jing· 2026-01-18 06:06
Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the importance of random number generators (RNG) in computing, detailing the types of RNGs, their mechanisms, and applications in various fields [1][2][5]. Group 1: Types of Random Number Generators - True Random Number Generators (TRNG) generate unpredictable and non-repetitive random numbers based on physical processes, but they have limitations in speed and efficiency [2][5]. - Pseudo Random Number Generators (PRNG) use mathematical algorithms to produce sequences that mimic the statistical properties of true random numbers, often seeded by TRNG outputs to enhance quality [3][4]. Group 2: Detection Methods - Various methods exist to validate the randomness of TRNG and PRNG outputs, including statistical tests such as bit distribution, run tests, and collision detection [5][6]. - Standards for randomness testing include GB/T 32915-2016 in China, NIST SP800-22r1a in the USA, and A1S31 in Germany, which provide frameworks for assessing the quality of random number sequences [5][6]. Group 3: Applications - Random numbers are crucial in cryptography for generating secure encryption keys, ensuring data protection [9]. - They are also used in mathematical simulations to model uncertainty, in game development for creating random events, in computer graphics for generating textures, and in statistics for conducting randomized trials and sampling [9].
首尔大学 Deog-Kyoon Jeong教授CP PLL讲义
Xin Lang Cai Jing· 2026-01-18 06:06
来源:EETOP 该资料由论坛网友分享在EETOP论坛 Analog/RF IC 板块,共82页。 资料部分截图: PLL Applications (5) □ Clock and data recovery □ Extracts timing information from NRZ data pattern ~ Dout NRZ Ckout NRZ Phase Voltage-Controlled Loop Data(Din) Detector Filter Oscillator 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 DIN PLL aligns falling edge of Ckout with data transition, so that the data is sampled at CKout optimal point !! Dout ● 公众号·EETOP Design tips on Charge Pump rl H sell bioc V ce an DN o V mw soll bias B DN o DN a OP □ A differential charge pump is more ...
KLA (KLAC) Gets Upgrade as Foundry-Led WFE Demand Accelerates
Yahoo Finance· 2026-01-17 17:57
Group 1: Company Overview - KLA Corporation (NASDAQ:KLAC) is a semiconductor manufacturing corporation that designs, manufactures, and markets process control, process-enabling, and yield management solutions for the semiconductor and related electronics industries worldwide [4]. Group 2: Analyst Upgrade and Price Target - TD Cowen analyst Krish Sankar upgraded KLA's stock from Hold to "Buy" and raised the price target to $1,800.00 from $1,300.00, reflecting a significant increase in earnings estimates [1][3]. - The upgrade is based on an anticipated acceleration in foundry-led wafer fabrication equipment (WFE) demand, with a projected calendar year 2026-2027 compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 20% for leading-edge foundry spending, compared to 15% for memory [2][3][4]. Group 3: Market Trends - The semiconductor equipment market is expected to see leading-edge foundry spending as the fastest-growing segment, driven by major players like TSMC and Samsung [2][4]. - The updated WFE analysis indicates that attention is currently focused on memory WFE due to rising DRAM/NAND pricing, but leading-edge foundry spending is projected to outpace memory spending in the near future [4].
我国攻克半导体材料世界难题
新浪财经· 2026-01-17 07:34
Core Viewpoint - The article discusses a breakthrough in semiconductor technology achieved by a research team from Xi'an University of Electronic Science and Technology, which addresses a long-standing issue in chip manufacturing related to heat dissipation and performance enhancement [2][5]. Group 1: Breakthrough Technology - The research team has developed a novel "ion implantation induced nucleation" technology that transforms the rough "island" interfaces into atomically smooth "films," significantly improving heat dissipation efficiency [2][5]. - The new structure's thermal resistance is only one-third of that of traditional methods, marking a substantial advancement in semiconductor material integration [5]. Group 2: Performance Metrics - The GaN microwave power devices produced using this technology achieve output power densities of 42 watts/mm in the X-band and 20 watts/mm in the Ka-band, enhancing international records by 30% to 40% [5]. - This improvement allows for increased detection ranges with the same chip area, leading to more efficient and far-reaching communication base stations [5].
“一天一个价,每天涨约50元”,价格还在狂飙!业内人士:仍未触顶,非刚需不建议买
Huan Qiu Wang· 2026-01-17 05:12
Core Viewpoint - The significant increase in storage component prices is impacting the overall cost of consumer electronics, leading to a potential decline in production and sales in the industry [1][9][20] Price Increases - The price of storage components, such as the Kioxia 2TB hard drive, has risen from approximately 1000 yuan to 1500 yuan, and a memory module from Jinbaida has increased from 3000 yuan to 4500 yuan, both reflecting a rise of around 50% [1] - The cost of a Hynix DDR5 256GB server memory module has seen multiple price hikes in just ten days, increasing from 38999 yuan to 47999 yuan, highlighting the volatility in pricing [3] Impact on Consumer Electronics - The increase in storage prices has raised the assembly cost of a typical computer by 25% within a month, now totaling around 12500 yuan [2] - Many consumer electronics manufacturers, including those in the smartphone and television sectors, are experiencing delays in product launches due to rising storage costs [9] Market Dynamics - TrendForce reports that DDR5 memory prices have surged over 300% since September 2025, while DDR4 prices have increased by over 150%, significantly affecting the computer assembly industry [6] - The rising costs have forced companies to increase service prices, leading to reduced purchasing plans from clients [7] AI Demand and Supply Chain Adjustments - The current surge in memory prices is attributed to the explosive demand for storage driven by AI applications, prompting manufacturers to prioritize high-bandwidth memory (HBM) for AI data centers over standard DRAM for consumer devices [11][15] - AI servers require 8-10 times more memory than standard servers, consuming 53% of global memory production capacity, which is squeezing the supply for consumer-grade memory [15] Market Outlook - The storage market is currently in a "super bull market" phase, surpassing historical highs from 2018, with expectations of further price increases of 40%-50% in Q1 2026 and an additional 20% in Q2 2026 [17][20] - Industry experts indicate that the current price increase cycle for DRAM has not yet reached its peak, with many products experiencing price hikes of 2-3 times within the year [19]