What's Going On With AMD Stock?

Advanced Micro Devices, Inc. AMD shares are trading higher by 3.3% to $120.69 Tuesday afternoon after Roth MKM initiated coverage on the stock with a Buy rating and announced a $125 price target. Also, the stock may be moving on overall market strength amid optimism following CPI data.

What Happened With CPI Data?

In October 2023, the U.S. inflation rate slowed down to 3.2% compared to September's 3.7%, indicating a resumption of a downward trend after a summer increase. This decrease was larger than economists anticipated, as they had expected 3.3%.

Before the release of the CPI report, market predictions suggested an 86% chance of interest rates staying the same in December. Traders were considering the potential for up to three rate cuts in the coming year, beginning in June...Read More

Why This Matters To AMD Investors

Lower inflation rates can positively impact consumer purchasing power. If inflation is lower, consumers may feel more confident in their spending ability, which can stimulate economic growth.

This can be particularly beneficial for consumer-oriented companies, including with semiconductor devices used in computer processing, which can see increased sales and revenues.

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According to data from Benzinga Pro, AMD has a 52-week high of $132.83 and a 52-week low of $60.05.