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US stocks were lifted by tech hardware and AI-chip strength, with Qualcomm and AMD leading gains as yields rose and Wall Street watched the new Fed chair’s policy signal.

Legacy technology stocks may be preparing for a strong upside move, and traders are being shown ways to participate while limiting downside risk.
One generator company is expected to benefit from the AI boom, according to Jefferies.
Perpetua Resources has obtained a $2.9 billion U.S. loan to support its Idaho mining project.
Markets may be driven by stock-specific news in the next session, with multiple catalysts expected to move individual names.
Rising bond yields are creating opportunities for income-focused investors to earn better returns.
An AI-related trade tied to energy and infrastructure has already doubled investor money, highlighting strong momentum in the theme.
Bank of America says a classic Warren Buffett stock remains an attractive buy.
Technical charts suggest a major U.S. bank may be setting up for a buying opportunity.
Investor focus is shifting toward earnings as the main market driver, while rate-hike expectations are rising relative to another cut.
Markets are reacting to tech hardware strength, AI chip gains, regulatory pressure on some stocks, and major developments across sectors like cybersecurity, healthcare, retail, and defense.

HK stocks closed higher, with the Hang Seng Index up 219 points as Tencent bought back shares and leading names like Lenovo and Citic Bank hit record highs on brisk turnover.

The Hong Kong government said oil companies did not first raise prices to offset subsidies; the diesel price increase was driven by Middle East tensions.
Tencent repurchased 1.132 million shares on Friday, spending about HK$500 million.
Asian markets broadly advanced, with Japan’s Nikkei and Taiwan’s stock market both closing at record highs.
Swire Properties unified ownership of an old Quarry Bay building for over HK$2 billion and plans to redevelop it into a Grade A office building.
Hong Kong regulators tightened account-opening oversight for mainland investors, adding new measures such as shutting fake-document accounts and zero-balance accounts.
China’s securities regulator said it is cleaning up illegal cross-border securities, futures, and fund activities, while investor assets will not be affected by the campaign.
Standard Chartered CEO Bill Winters apologized for remarks about “low-value human capital” and said the bank would help staff transition.
Futu shares plunged more than 30% in premarket trading as Chinese regulators reportedly prepared to seize illegal gains and impose severe penalties.
China’s securities watchdog launched investigations into Tiger Brokers, Futu, and Long Bridge, and the mainland has set a two-year campaign to crack down on illegal cross-border trading businesses.
Hong Kong and mainland Chinese markets closed higher overall: the Hang Seng Index rose 219 points, Lenovo surged nearly 20%, and Hong Kong, China, and A-share markets saw notable gains across major indices and select stocks.

Japan’s stock market hit a new all-time high, with the Nikkei surging as AI and semiconductor shares led broad buying on stronger U.S. equities and hopes for continued policy support.

English translation: The prime minister asked the Bank of Japan to carry out “appropriate monetary policy,” and Governor Ueda said the two had a productive exchange of views.
English translation: The Tokyo Stock Exchange closed up 1,654 points at a new all-time high, recovering the 63,000 level as investors bought AI and semiconductor stocks.
English translation: The Tokyo market at one point rose 1,400 points, with the morning close up 1,410.47 points from the previous day at 63,094.61.
English translation: Tokyo stocks extended gains by as much as 1,400 points, boosted by higher U.S. stocks, with buying concentrated in AI-related shares.
English translation: The Financial Services Agency asked financial institutions to prepare latest AI countermeasures and to consider options including system shutdowns.
English translation: Tokyo stocks rose as much as 1,200 points, supported by U.S. market gains, and recovered the key 62,000 level.
English translation: The Tokyo foreign exchange market opened with the yen trading around 159 per dollar, as investors wanted to watch developments in U.S.-Iran negotiations.
English translation: In New York, the yen traded around 159 per dollar, with the market cautious while waiting to assess the U.S.-Iran situation.
English translation: New York crude oil fell for a third straight day to the 96-dollar range, as volatility tied to U.S.-Iran tensions eased and sell orders dominated.
English translation: In other business news, industry groups announced new leadership, logistics and regional transit issues were highlighted, utilities and retailers faced policy and competitive pressures, the tax donation platform sector drew regulatory requests, YKK AP executives will step down over improper expense claims, and Asahi Holdings delayed earnings disclosure due to a cyberattack.
Summary: Japanese markets surged sharply, driven by hopes in AI and semiconductors and supported by strong U.S. stocks.
Summary: Policymakers and regulators focused on monetary policy, AI risks, and financial-system resilience.
Summary: Currency and oil markets stayed cautious because of uncertainty surrounding U.S.-Iran negotiations.
Summary: Corporate and industry news centered on new leadership, supply-chain strengthening, transportation gaps, and power pricing reform.
Summary: Several companies faced governance, compliance, and cyber-related issues, while consumer and retail sectors continued to evolve.
Paraphrase: The prime minister urged the central bank to use suitable monetary policy, and the BOJ governor said the discussion was constructive.
Paraphrase: Tokyo shares hit a record close, with AI and chip-related stocks leading the rally.
Paraphrase: The market climbed strongly in the morning session, ending well above the previous day’s level.
Paraphrase: Gains in U.S. equities encouraged Japanese investors to keep buying, especially in AI names.
Paraphrase: Financial regulators told banks to update AI safeguards and consider drastic steps such as shutting systems down if needed.
Paraphrase: The yen traded near 159 per dollar as traders waited for clearer signals from U.S.-Iran talks.
Paraphrase: Oil prices weakened for a third day because fears about supply disruptions faded.
Paraphrase: Industry organizations named new leaders and emphasized strengthening competitiveness and resilience.
Paraphrase: Government and corporate sectors faced pressure over taxes, pricing, and operational transparency.
Paraphrase: Governance and cybersecurity problems continued to affect some firms, delaying disclosures and prompting executive resignations.

Bitcoin is holding near $77,000 as the crypto market stays rangebound, even as regulatory probes, a Polymarket exploit, and stronger altcoin moves like NEAR’s surge add fresh volatility.

Tom Emmer dismissed law enforcement worries about the Clarity Act, keeping the crypto policy debate moving forward.
Congress launched a major insider-trading investigation into Polymarket and Kalshi, signaling heavier scrutiny of prediction markets.
Bitcoin is holding near $77,000 while Kevin Warsh’s Fed transition adds a new macro backdrop for markets.
IREN’s co-founder argued that AI growth is being constrained more by infrastructure limits than by chip supply.
The CoinDesk 20 index was mostly flat, even as NEAR jumped 19.4% and became a standout performer.
Trump Media transferred another $205 million in bitcoin, as its crypto-related losses widened to $455 million.
Tom Lee said the flood of tech IPO supply is unlikely to trigger a broad S&P 500 crash.
OKX and ICE announced “never-expiring” oil futures for crypto users, expanding access to traditional commodities in digital markets.
Polymarket faced an exploit that drained 5,000 POL every 30 seconds, raising security concerns across the platform.
Across the market, Bitcoin and Ethereum sentiment remained weak, while XRP showed relative strength and several AI-driven price predictions fueled speculation.

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