U.S. stocks slipped into the red on Wednesday. The Dow Jones Industrial Average saw a decrease of 0.2% to 36,054.43, while the NASDAQ Composite experienced a dip, falling 0.40% to 14,146.71. The S&P 500 also witnessed a decline, dropping 0.39% to 4,549.34.
Transitioning to individual stocks, these are the top stocks that gained the attention of retail traders and investors throughout the day:
MicroAlgo Inc. MLGO
MicroAlgo’s stock soared by an impressive 295.87%, closing at $9.58. The stock reached an intraday high of $10.76 and a low of $3.73, with its 52-week range being $71.5 to $1.12. This surge followed the company’s announcement of establishing a postgraduate training practice base in collaboration with Shenzhen University Semiconductor Manufacturing Research Institute and Haikou Comprehensive Free Trade Zone Management Committee. The initiative aims to support the sustainable growth of the semiconductor industry.
Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. AMD
AMD’s stock experienced a slight decline of 1.32%, closing at $116.82. The stock fluctuated between $116.38 and $122.83 during the day, with its 52-week range being $132.83 to $60.05. The company recently announced the adoption of its new AI chip, the Instinct MI300X, by major technology firms, challenging Nvidia’s market dominance. Despite the day’s downturn, AMD’s innovative approach in the AI market remains a key focus.
Chewy, Inc. CHWY
Chewy’s stock rose by 5.05%, closing at $19.35. The stock’s intraday high was $19.87, and the low was $18.68, with a 52-week range of $52.88 to $16.53. The increase came despite a mixed third-quarter earnings report, where the company beat earnings estimates but missed on revenue expectations. CEO Sumit Singh highlighted Chewy’s market share gains and strong gross margin. The earnings report reflected both challenges and strengths in Chewy’s business model.
Broadcom Inc. AVGO
Broadcom’s stock saw a slight decrease of 1.04%, closing at $903.64. The stock traded between $903.1 and $920.97, with its 52-week range being $999.87 to $516.05. Analysts anticipate a strong fourth-quarter earnings report, driven by the company’s diverse and innovative product offerings. The anticipated earnings beat is expected to reflect Broadcom’s strategic and financial strengths in the semiconductor industry.
Tesla, Inc. TSLA
Tesla’s stock marginally increased by 0.27%, closing at $239.37. The stock’s intraday high and low were $246.57 and $239.17, respectively, with a 52-week range of $299.29 to $101.81. Tesla faced a decline in vehicle registrations in the U.K., with the Model Y not featuring among the best-sellers for November. Despite this, Tesla’s Model Y remains on the year-to-date bestseller list. The registration data highlights the competitive challenges Tesla faces in the evolving EV market.
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