KLA-Tencor shares lead the Nasdaq 100 - optimism on the US stock market is increasing

KLA-Tencor shares lead the Nasdaq 100 - optimism on the US stock market is increasing

According to a report by m.ariva.de,

Investors in the American stock market are optimistic as the Nasdaq 100 index is currently up 2.16 percent and stands at 15,516 points. The biggest gainers in the index are KLA-Tencor, Lam Research and Microchip Technology. KLA-Tencor in particular recorded a price increase of 5.67 percent to $535.12. This company is considered a global leader in process control for the semiconductor industry.

On the other hand, Trade Desk shares, Illumina and Sirius XM are at the bottom of the price list. Trade Desk shares recorded a loss of 16.52 percent and are at $64.12. This results in a 43.14 percent improvement in the Nasdaq 100's balance sheet for the current calendar year.

The positive developments in the technology, Internet, software and IT sectors are reflected in the performance of the Nasdaq 100. The absence of financial stocks in the index shows the concentration on high-growth and speculative securities.

These developments have an impact on the market, particularly in the technology and semiconductor sectors. Investors should continue to closely monitor developments in the Nasdaq 100 as they could impact their portfolios and investment strategies.