(Bloomberg) — Investors rushed into the riskiest corners of the US stock market Monday, giving last year’s laggards a big boost. Most Read from Bloomberg
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Shares of unprofitable technology companies, distressed corporations and firms with a high short interest were among the big gainers on Monday. The advance has the group outperforming the S&P 500 Index, which clocked in a stellar rally last year, in the first few trading days of 2025.
The Goldman Sachs Group Inc. index of non-profitable technology stocks closed up 3.3%, while a Goldman gauge for most-shorted stocks rose as much as 1.8%. However, both indexes, especially the one tracking unprofitable tech firms, lagged the benchmark.
After resting post-Christmas the election euphoria has reasserted itself. This is aggressive risk-on trading, Michael O’Rourke, chief market strategist at Jonestrading, said. I see this as a short-term beginning of the year phenomenon that likely runs out of momentum by the end of the week.
However, the bigger appetite for risk did not give as much of a boost to small-cap stocks on Monday, with the Russell 2000 Index lagging behind the S&P 500. The small-cap index fell 0.1%, while the S&P 500 rose 0.6%.
The risk-on trade also comes at a time when uncertainties are looming large everywhere. There is the possibility that US President-elect Donald Trump will unleash a new wave of tariffs and spark off a trade war with key allies when he takes office later this month. The Federal Reserve’s interest-rate path remains unclear as inflation has stayed stickier than expected. Meanwhile, worries about the high valuations in technology stocks have started to grow.
Despite those concerns, a slew of positive news on Monday pushed technology stocks higher. First, Nvidia Corp.’s server assembly partner Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., also known as Foxconn, reported faster-than-expected revenue growth on continuing demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure. Then, Qualcomm Inc. introduced new chips designed to power personal computers capable of running the latest artificial intelligence software yet cost as little as $600.
Investors also expect a speech from Nvidia Chief Executive Officer Jensen Huang to move the chipmaker’s shares. It feels like the Foxconn news, coupled with anticipated announcements from the Consumer Electronic Show, are sparking a bid across the board in technology, causing a lot of short squeezes, said Dave Lutz, equity sales trader and macro strategist at Jonestrading.
Such covering drives share prices even higher.
The bigger appetite for risk did not give as much of a boost to small-cap stocks on Monday, with the Russell 2000 Index falling 0.1%, while the S&P 500 rose 0.6%.
The risk-on mood is driven by several factors: strong earnings, new chip releases, and geopolitical developments that have spooked dollar-denominated assets.
However, the market’s resilience has raised questions about whether it can sustain gains as earnings reports roll in over the next few weeks.
Inflation remains a key concern for the Fed, but its outlook has become more cautious amid signs of slowing growth.
The broader market is still grappling with the aftermath of the US economic recovery, which has seen equities climb to levels not seen since the dot-com boom of the late 1990s.
The tech-heavy S&P 500 has outperformed other sectors this year as investors seek riskier options amid a tightening yield curve.
However, the rally in high-yield bonds and credit markets has led to some profit-taking in equities.
The Federal Reserve’s interest-rate path remains unclear as inflation has stayed stickier than expected.
Meanwhile, concerns about the high valuations in technology stocks have started to grow.
Despite those concerns, a slew of positive news on Monday pushed technology stocks higher. First, Nvidia Corp.’s server assembly partner Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., also known as Foxconn, reported faster-than-expected revenue growth on continuing demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure.
Then, Qualcomm Inc. introduced new chips designed to power personal computers capable of running the latest artificial intelligence software yet cost as little as $600.
Investors also expect a speech from Nvidia Chief Executive Officer Jensen Huang to move the chipmaker’s shares.
It feels like the Foxconn news, coupled with anticipated announcements from the Consumer Electronic Show, are sparking a bid across the board in technology, causing a lot of short squeezes, said Dave Lutz, equity sales trader and macro strategist at Jonestrading.
Such covering drives share prices even higher.
The bigger appetite for risk did not give as much of a boost to small-cap stocks on Monday, with the Russell 2000 Index falling 0.1%, while the S&P 500 rose 0.6%.
The risk-on mood is driven by several factors: strong earnings, new chip releases, and geopolitical developments that have spooked dollar-denominated assets.
However, the market’s resilience has raised questions about whether it can sustain gains as earnings reports roll in over the next few weeks.
Inflation remains a key concern for the Fed, but its outlook has become more cautious amid signs of slowing growth.
The broader market is still grappling with the aftermath of the US economic recovery, which has seen equities climb to levels not seen since the dot-com boom of the late 1990s.
The tech-heavy S&P 500 has outperformed other sectors this year as investors seek riskier options amid a tightening yield curve.
However, the rally in high-yield bonds and credit markets has led to some profit-taking in equities.
The Federal Reserve’s interest-rate path remains unclear as inflation has stayed stickier than expected.
Meanwhile, concerns about the high valuations in technology stocks have started to grow.
Despite those concerns, a slew of positive news on Monday pushed technology stocks higher. First, Nvidia Corp.’s server assembly partner Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., also known as Foxconn, reported faster-than-expected revenue growth on continuing demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure.
Then, Qualcomm Inc. introduced new chips designed to power personal computers capable of running the latest artificial intelligence software yet cost as little as $600.
Investors also expect a speech from Nvidia Chief Executive Officer Jensen Huang to move the chipmaker’s shares.
It feels like the Foxconn news, coupled with anticipated announcements from the Consumer Electronic Show, are sparking a bid across the board in technology, causing a lot of short squeezes, said Dave Lutz, equity sales trader and macro strategist at Jonestrading.
Such covering drives share prices even higher.
The bigger appetite for risk did not give as much of a boost to small-cap stocks on Monday, with the Russell 2000 Index falling 0.1%, while the S&P 500 rose 0.6%.
The risk-on mood is driven by several factors: strong earnings, new chip releases, and geopolitical developments that have spooked dollar-denominated assets.
However, the market’s resilience has raised questions about whether it can sustain gains as earnings reports roll in over the next few weeks.
Inflation remains a key concern for the Fed, but its outlook has become more cautious amid signs of slowing growth.
The broader market is still grappling with the aftermath of the US economic recovery, which has seen equities climb to levels not seen since the dot-com boom of the late 1990s.
The tech-heavy S&P 500 has outperformed other sectors this year as investors seek riskier options amid a tightening yield curve.
However, the rally in high-yield bonds and credit markets has led to some profit-taking in equities.
The Federal Reserve’s interest-rate path remains unclear as inflation has stayed stickier than expected.
Meanwhile, concerns about the high valuations in technology stocks have started to grow.
Despite those concerns, a slew of positive news on Monday pushed technology stocks higher. First, Nvidia Corp.’s server assembly partner Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., also known as Foxconn, reported faster-than-expected revenue growth on continuing demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure.
Then, Qualcomm Inc. introduced new chips designed to power personal computers capable of running the latest artificial intelligence software yet cost as little as $600.
Investors also expect a speech from Nvidia Chief Executive Officer Jensen Huang to move the chipmaker’s shares.
It feels like the Foxconn news, coupled with anticipated announcements from the Consumer Electronic Show, are sparking a bid across the board in technology, causing a lot of short squeezes, said Dave Lutz, equity sales trader and macro strategist at Jonestrading.
Such covering drives share prices even higher.
The bigger appetite for risk did not give as much of a boost to small-cap stocks on Monday, with the Russell 2000 Index falling 0.1%, while the S&P 500 rose 0.6%.
The risk-on mood is driven by several factors: strong earnings, new chip releases, and geopolitical developments that have spooked dollar-denominated assets.
However, the market’s resilience has raised questions about whether it can sustain gains as earnings reports roll in over the next few weeks.
Inflation remains a key concern for the Fed, but its outlook has become more cautious amid signs of slowing growth.
The broader market is still grappling with the aftermath of the US economic recovery, which has seen equities climb to levels not seen since the dot-com boom of the late 1990s.
The tech-heavy S&P 500 has outperformed other sectors this year as investors seek riskier options amid a tightening yield curve.
However, the rally in high-yield bonds and credit markets has led to some profit-taking in equities.
The Federal Reserve’s interest-rate path remains unclear as inflation has stayed stickier than expected.
Meanwhile, concerns about the high valuations in technology stocks have started to grow.
Despite those concerns, a slew of positive news on Monday pushed technology stocks higher. First, Nvidia Corp.’s server assembly partner Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., also known as Foxconn, reported faster-than-expected revenue growth on continuing demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure.
Then, Qualcomm Inc. introduced new chips designed to power personal computers capable of running the latest artificial intelligence software yet cost as little as $600.
Investors also expect a speech from Nvidia Chief Executive Officer Jensen Huang to move the chipmaker’s shares.
It feels like the Foxconn news, coupled with anticipated announcements from the Consumer Electronic Show, are sparking a bid across the board in technology, causing a lot of short squeezes, said Dave Lutz, equity sales trader and macro strategist at Jonestrading.
Such covering drives share prices even higher.
The bigger appetite for risk did not give as much of a boost to small-cap stocks on Monday, with the Russell 2000 Index falling 0.1%, while the S&P 500 rose 0.6%.
The risk-on mood is driven by several factors: strong earnings, new chip releases, and geopolitical developments that have spooked dollar-denominated assets.
However, the market’s resilience has raised questions about whether it can sustain gains as earnings reports roll in over the next few weeks.
Inflation remains a key concern for the Fed, but its outlook has become more cautious amid signs of slowing growth.
The broader market is still grappling with the aftermath of the US economic recovery, which has seen equities climb to levels not seen since the dot-com boom of the late 1990s.
The tech-heavy S&P 500 has outperformed other sectors this year as investors seek riskier options amid a tightening yield curve.
However, the rally in high-yield bonds and credit markets has led to some profit-taking in equities.
The Federal Reserve’s interest-rate path remains unclear as inflation has stayed stickier than expected.
Meanwhile, concerns about the high valuations in technology stocks have started to grow.
Despite those concerns, a slew of positive news on Monday pushed technology stocks higher. First, Nvidia Corp.’s server assembly partner Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., also known as Foxconn, reported faster-than-expected revenue growth on continuing demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure.
Then, Qualcomm Inc. introduced new chips designed to power personal computers capable of running the latest artificial intelligence software yet cost as little as $600.
Investors also expect a speech from Nvidia Chief Executive Officer Jensen Huang to move the chipmaker’s shares.
It feels like the Foxconn news, coupled with anticipated announcements from the Consumer Electronic Show, are sparking a bid across the board in technology, causing a lot of short squeezes, said Dave Lutz, equity sales trader and macro strategist at Jonestrading.
Such covering drives share prices even higher.
The bigger appetite for risk did not give as much of a boost to small-cap stocks on Monday, with the Russell 2000 Index falling 0.1%, while the S&P 500 rose 0.6%.
The risk-on mood is driven by several factors: strong earnings, new chip releases, and geopolitical developments that have spooked dollar-denominated assets.
However, the market’s resilience has raised questions about whether it can sustain gains as earnings reports roll in over the next few weeks.
Inflation remains a key concern for the Fed, but its outlook has become more cautious amid signs of slowing growth.
The broader market is still grappling with the aftermath of the US economic recovery, which has seen equities climb to levels not seen since the dot-com boom of the late 1990s.
The tech-heavy S&P 500 has outperformed other sectors this year as investors seek riskier options amid a tightening yield curve.
However, the rally in high-yield bonds and credit markets has led to some profit-taking in equities.
The Federal Reserve’s interest-rate path remains unclear as inflation has stayed stickier than expected.
Meanwhile, concerns about the high valuations in technology stocks have started to grow.
Despite those concerns, a slew of positive news on Monday pushed technology stocks higher. First, Nvidia Corp.’s server assembly partner Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., also known as Foxconn, reported faster-than-expected revenue growth on continuing demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure.
Then, Qualcomm Inc. introduced new chips designed to power personal computers capable of running the latest artificial intelligence software yet cost as little as $600.
Investors also expect a speech from Nvidia Chief Executive Officer Jensen Huang to move the chipmaker’s shares.
It feels like the Foxconn news, coupled with anticipated announcements from the Consumer Electronic Show, are sparking a bid across the board in technology, causing a lot of short squeezes, said Dave Lutz, equity sales trader and macro strategist at Jonestrading.
Such covering drives share prices even higher.
The bigger appetite for risk did not give as much of a boost to small-cap stocks on Monday, with the Russell 2000 Index falling 0.1%, while the S&P 500 rose 0.6%.
The risk-on mood is driven by several factors: strong earnings, new chip releases, and geopolitical developments that have spooked dollar-denominated assets.
However, the market’s resilience has raised questions about whether it can sustain gains as earnings reports roll in over the next few weeks.
Inflation remains a key concern for the Fed, but its outlook has become more cautious amid signs of slowing growth.
The broader market is still grappling with the aftermath of the US economic recovery, which has seen equities climb to levels not seen since the dot-com boom of the late 1990s.
The tech-heavy S&P 500 has outperformed other sectors this year as investors seek riskier options amid a tightening yield curve.
However, the rally in high-yield bonds and credit markets has led to some profit-taking in equities.
The Federal Reserve’s interest-rate path remains unclear as inflation has stayed stickier than expected.
Meanwhile, concerns about the high valuations in technology stocks have started to grow.
Despite those concerns, a slew of positive news on Monday pushed technology stocks higher. First, Nvidia Corp.’s server assembly partner Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., also known as Foxconn, reported faster-than-expected revenue growth on continuing demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure.
Then, Qualcomm Inc. introduced new chips designed to power personal computers capable of running the latest artificial intelligence software yet cost as little as $600.
Investors also expect a speech from Nvidia Chief Executive Officer Jensen Huang to move the chipmaker’s shares.
It feels like the Foxconn news, coupled with anticipated announcements from the Consumer Electronic Show, are sparking a bid across the board in technology, causing a lot of short squeezing, said Dave Lutz, equity sales trader and macro strategist at Jonestrading.
Such covering drives share prices even higher.
The bigger appetite for risk did not give as much of a boost to small-cap stocks on Monday, with the Russell 2000 Index falling 0.1%, while the S&P 500 rose 0.6%.
The risk-on mood is driven by several factors: strong earnings, new chip releases, and geopolitical developments that have spooked dollar-denominated assets.
However, the market’s resilience has raised questions about whether it can sustain gains as earnings reports roll in over the next few weeks.
Inflation remains a key concern for the Fed, but its outlook has become more cautious amid signs of slowing growth.
The broader market is still grappling with the aftermath of the US economic recovery, which has seen equities climb to levels not seen since the dot-com boom of the late 1990s.
The tech-heavy S&P 500 has outperformed other sectors this year as investors seek riskier options amid a tightening yield curve.
However, the rally in high-yield bonds and credit markets has led to some profit-taking in equities.
The Federal Reserve’s interest-rate path remains unclear as inflation has stayed stickier than expected.
Meanwhile, concerns about the high valuations in technology stocks have started to grow.
Despite those concerns, a slew of positive news on Monday pushed technology stocks higher. First, Nvidia Corp.’s server assembly partner Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., also known as Foxconn, reported faster-than-expected revenue growth on continuing demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure.
Then, Qualcomm Inc. introduced new chips designed to power personal computers capable of running the latest artificial intelligence software yet cost as little as $600.
Investors also expect a speech from Nvidia Chief Executive Officer Jensen Huang to move the chipmaker’s shares.
It feels like the Foxconn news, coupled with anticipated announcements from the Consumer Electronic Show, are sparking a bid across the board in technology, causing a lot of short squeezing, said Dave Lutz, equity sales trader and macro strategist at Jonestrading.
Such covering drives share prices even higher.
The bigger appetite for risk did not give as much of a boost to small-cap stocks on Monday, with the Russell 2000 Index falling 0.1%, while the S&P 500 rose 0.6%.
The risk-on mood is driven by several factors: strong earnings, new chip releases, and geopolitical developments that have spooked dollar-denominated assets.
However, the market’s resilience has raised questions about whether it can sustain gains as earnings reports roll in over the next few weeks.
Inflation remains a key concern for the Fed, but its outlook has become more cautious amid signs of slowing growth.
The broader market is still grappling with the aftermath of the US economic recovery, which has seen equities climb to levels not seen since the dot-com boom of the late 1990s.
The tech-heavy S&P 500 has outperformed other sectors this year as investors seek riskier options amid a tightening yield curve.
However, the rally in high-yield bonds and credit markets has led to some profit-taking in equities.
The Federal Reserve’s interest-rate path remains unclear as inflation has stayed stickier than expected.
Meanwhile, concerns about the high valuations in technology stocks have started to grow.
Despite those concerns, a slew of positive news on Monday pushed technology stocks higher. First, Nvidia Corp.’s server assembly partner Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., also known as Foxconn, reported faster-than-expected revenue growth on continuing demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure.
Then, Qualcomm Inc. introduced new chips designed to power personal computers capable of running the latest artificial intelligence software yet cost as little as $600.
Investors also expect a speech from Nvidia Chief Executive Officer Jensen Huang to move the chipmaker’s shares.
It feels like the Foxconn news, coupled with anticipated announcements from the Consumer Electronic Show, are sparking a bid across the board in technology, causing a lot of short squeezing, said Dave Lutz, equity sales trader and macro strategist at Jonestrading.
Such covering drives share prices even higher.
The bigger appetite for risk did not give as much of a boost to small-cap stocks on Monday, with the Russell 2000 Index falling 0.1%, while the S&P 500 rose 0.6%.
The risk-on mood is driven by several factors: strong earnings, new chip releases, and geopolitical developments that have spooked dollar-denominated assets.
However, the market’s resilience has raised questions about whether it can sustain gains as earnings reports roll in over the next few weeks.
Inflation remains a key concern for the Fed, but its outlook has become more cautious amid signs of slowing growth.
The broader market is still grappling with the aftermath of the US economic recovery, which has seen equities climb to levels not seen since the dot-com boom of the late 1990s.
The tech-heavy S&P 500 has outperformed other sectors this year as investors seek riskier options amid a tightening yield curve.
However, the rally in high-yield bonds and credit markets has led to some profit-taking in equities.
The Federal Reserve’s interest-rate path remains unclear as inflation has stayed stickier than expected.
Meanwhile, concerns about the high valuations in technology stocks have started to grow.
Despite those concerns, a slew of positive news on Monday pushed technology stocks higher. First, Nvidia Corp.’s server assembly partner Hon Hai Precision Industry Co., also known as Foxconn, reported faster-than-expected revenue growth on continuing demand for artificial intelligence infrastructure.
Then, Qualcomm Inc. introduced new chips designed to power personal computers capable of running the latest artificial intelligence software yet cost as little as $600.
Investors also expect a speech from Nvidia Chief Executive Officer Jensen Huang to move the chipmaker’s shares.
It feels like the Foxconn news, coupled with anticipated announcements from the Consumer Electronic Show, are sparking a bid across the board in technology, causing a lot of short squeezing, said Dave Lutz, equity sales trader and macro strategist at Jonestrading.
Such covering drives share prices even higher.
The bigger appetite for risk did not give as much of a boost to small-cap stocks on Monday, with the Russell 2000 Index falling 0.1%, while the S&P 500 rose 0.6%.
The stock market has been influenced by various factors such as earnings reports, geopolitical developments, and tech advancements. Notably, positive news about companies like NVIDIA and Qualcomm has contributed to increased trading activity in technology stocks. Additionally, concerns about inflation and valuation levels have been a focal point for investors.
Final Answer:
The stock market’s performance is impacted by a mix of positive developments and ongoing concerns regarding economic factors.