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May 26, 2026

US Equities Color Chase

Daily UpdateEquitiesDerivativesMacro Economic IndicatorsInformation TechnologyEnergy

US equities saw a momentum-driven surge in semiconductors and memory stocks like MU (+19%), while NVDA lagged in a 'sell-the-news' trend. Despite the rally, institutional participation was low, with retail and quants driving the 'spot up, vol up' activity.

Key Takeaways

  • 1.Semiconductors and Memory stocks surged 5% on strong retail demand and follow-through from Korean markets, despite a lack of institutional participation.
  • 2.Nvidia (NVDA) continues to underperform relative to the sector, experiencing a 'sell-the-news' dynamic following its earnings report.
  • 3.Market dynamics featured a 'spot up, vol up' environment led by the Nasdaq 100 and Russell 2000, with Micron (MU) outperforming dramatically (+19%).

Table of Contents

  • Notice to Australian Investors
  • Additional Disclaimers
  • Notice to Brazilian Investors
  • Notice to Investors in the European Economic Area
  • Notice to Investors in Korea
  • Notice to Investors in Japan
  • Notice to Investors in New Zealand
  • Notice to Investors in Switzerland

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Authors

Ariana ContessaMike Washington

Securities

SPXNDXMUNVDABTCRTY

Themes

Momentum Chase in SemiconductorsRetail-Driven Technology RallySpot Up Vol Up

Regions

North AmericaAsia PacificUnited StatesSouth Korea