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Accenture, the tech stock, saw an impressive 8.6% jump despite missing earnings and revenue expectations. What caught investors’ attention was the company’s more than $900 million in new generative AI bookings. This shows the growing demand for artificial intelligence solutions in today’s tech-driven world.
On the other hand, Trump Media & Technology Group witnessed a 12% decline after announcing the registration of additional shares, approved by the SEC. The stock has faced a significant 36% drop in value so far this month, reflecting the challenges the company is currently navigating.
Nvidia, the chipmaker, continued its upward trajectory with a more than 3% increase in value. The company recently surpassed Microsoft to become the most valuable public company, showcasing its strong performance in the market.
In other news, Dell Technologies and Super Micro Computer both saw their shares rise over 4% each. Elon Musk’s announcement on Twitter about Dell and Super Micro Computer collaborating to build a supercomputer for xAI, the artificial intelligence company he started in 2023, sparked investor interest in these tech companies.
Furthermore, Hewlett Packard Enterprise and Juniper Networks experienced positive movements in their stock prices. Hewlett Packard Enterprise’s shares rose over 2% following the U.K. government’s probe into the software company’s acquisition of Juniper Networks. Juniper Networks also saw its shares increase by more than 2%.
KB Home, the homebuilder, advanced 2% after reporting a top and bottom line beat in the second quarter. The company’s earnings of $2.15 per share on $1.71 billion in revenue surpassed analysts’ expectations, highlighting the strength of the housing market.
Lastly, Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) saw a 1% increase after Piper Sandler labeled it as a top pick among large caps. The firm cited the company’s “bright prospects” for the second half of the year, indicating positive growth opportunities for AMD in the months to come.
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