September Retail Sales Exceed Estimates, Jobless Claims Fall More Than Expected
Portfolio Pulse from Piero Cingari
September retail sales exceeded expectations, indicating strong consumer spending and positive economic growth. Jobless claims fell more than expected, further boosting market confidence. Semiconductor stocks, led by Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC), surged, driving up the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 futures. The iShares Semiconductor ETF (SOXX) also rose significantly.
October 17, 2024 | 1:02 pm
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The iShares Semiconductor ETF (SOXX) rose 3% following a surge in semiconductor stocks, led by TSMC's strong earnings.
The rise in SOXX is directly linked to the strong performance of semiconductor stocks, particularly TSMC. This reflects positive sentiment in the semiconductor industry and potential for further gains.
CONFIDENCE 90
IMPORTANCE 75
RELEVANCE 80
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Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) saw its stock soar nearly 9% on strong earnings, leading a tech rally that boosted the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 futures.
TSMC's strong earnings report led to a significant increase in its stock price, which in turn drove a broader tech rally. This indicates strong investor confidence in TSMC's performance and its impact on the semiconductor sector.
CONFIDENCE 95
IMPORTANCE 85
RELEVANCE 90