In pre-market trading, several technology stocks experienced gains. Super Micro Computer (SMCI, Financial) saw a significant increase of approximately 8% after Raymond James initiated coverage with an outperform rating. This positive outlook contributed to the stock's upward momentum.
NVIDIA and Tesla also showed promising movements, with each stock rising about 2%. These gains reflect investor confidence in the tech sector's potential for continued growth.
Chinese stocks listed in the U.S. predominantly moved higher as well. Baidu climbed around 2%, Alibaba gained about 1%, and Li Auto increased by approximately 3%, showcasing a positive sentiment towards Chinese companies in the U.S. market.