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Stocks Boosted by Chip Demand Optimism

January 17, 2026

U. S. stock markets experienced gains on Thursday, driven by optimism surrounding chip demand after Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) reported a strong sales forecast that boosted confidence in artificial intelligence growth. The S&P 500, Dow Jones, and Nasdaq all closed higher, marking a recovery from previous losses, with favorable earnings from bank stocks also contributing to the positive sentiment.

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Key Highlights

S&P 500 rose by 0.26%, Dow Jones by 0.60%, and Nasdaq by 0.32%.
TSMC forecasts stronger Q1 sales and increases 2026 capital expenditure to $52-$56 billion.
The rally in chipmakers was pivotal in boosting market confidence in AI demand.
Bank stocks also rallied following positive earnings reports from major Wall Street firms.
This marked a rebound for the stock indexes after two consecutive days of losses.

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Stocks Boosted by Chip Demand Optimism

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