Goldman Sachs
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
