Micron Technology $MU is showing renewed strength after spending months moving within a broad trading range. The stock recently pushed above the $1,040 area, an major level that had limited its upside, and reached above $1,100 before pulling back. The move comes as investors remain focused on strong demand for memory chips, particularly from artificial intelligence and data-center businesses. Micron is also approaching its September 30 earnings report, giving the stock another major catalyst.Daily ChartTechnically, Micron’s chart remains interesting because the stock has been holding well above its major moving averages. The recent breakout above $1,040 has turned that area into an important support zone, while $1,055–$1,080 is now another area traders may watch closely. On the upside, resistance is around $1,095–$1,100, followed by $1,120 and potentially the previous all-time high near $1,255. RSI remains in a relatively healthy range on some daily technical readings, while the longer-term moving averages continue to point upward.4Hr chartThe key for Micron now is whether the stock can hold above the breakout area instead of falling back into its previous range. Strong demand for memory chips and tight supply conditions is supporting the company’s earnings outlook, while AI infrastructure continues to create demand for high-performance memory. A sustained move above $1,100 could strengthen the current breakout structure. With earnings approaching, Micron could be entering an important phase where both the fundamentals and the technicals are being tested at the same time. But we see price moving to new high of $1,150 in the coming weeks.

Meta Platforms (META) has changed the conversation around its AI strategy after the stock jumped more than 11% in one session last week. Shares closed at about $741 on September 21, after reaching an intraday high near $753. The move came as Meta’s new Muse AI assistant gained strong attention, including reaching the top of Apple’s U.S. App Store. Wells Fargo also raised its price target from $640 to $796, adding further momentum to the rally.Weekly ChartTechnically, the move is significant because Meta broke above the $691 area, which had acted as an important resistance zone during its previous consolidation, in April 2026. The next major resistance is around $753, followed by the $760–$770 region if the stock continues higher. On the downside, the first important support area is around $725–$730, while stronger support sits around $680–$695. Momentum has become stretched after the sharp rally, so a short-term pullback would not necessarily damage the larger upward structure. Current technical data also places resistance around $752–$758.Daily ChartThe bigger question now is whether Meta can turn the excitement around Muse into a longer-term AI growth story. The 11% jump shows that investors are beginning to look beyond Meta’s traditional advertising business and place more value on its AI products. However, the stock has moved quickly, so holding above the $725–$730 support area will be important. If Meta can consolidate above this region and eventually break through $753, the recent rally could open the door to another move higher. Though price reached $781 before the end of last week. We might be seeing price fall in the coming weeks to $609 with the current price at $751.66

Salesforce ($CRM) has recently shown renewed strength after spending months under pressure. The stock gained more than 5% on August 19, helping it move back toward the $200 area. Investor sentiment has improved as expectations around Salesforce’s artificial-intelligence strategy continue to grow, particularly through Agent-force and Data 360. With earnings approaching, investors will be watching closely to see whether the company’s AI investments are translating into stronger revenue and future growth.Daily ChartTechnically, CRM is approaching an important resistance zone. The $202–$210 region is the key area to watch, with a clear break above $210 potentially signaling that the recovery is gaining strength. On the downside, support can be watched around $188–$180. The RSI has also moved back into a healthier range after the recent recovery, suggesting the stock is neither heavily overbought nor oversold. This leaves room for further upside if buying momentum continues.Weekly ChartThe next major catalyst is Salesforce’s earnings, scheduled for August 26, which could bring significant volatility. If the company delivers strong results and positive guidance, a break above $210 could open the door toward the $220–$240 region. However, failure to clear resistance could send CRM back toward $188 or lower. For now, improving AI expectations, stronger price action and the upcoming earnings report make CRM one of the software stocks worth watching closely as our analyst see price move to $270 from the current price of $206.

Qualcomm (QCOM) remains one of the more interesting semiconductor stocks after falling sharply from its May 52-week high of about $259.92. The stock closed around $161.91 on August 19, leaving it roughly 38% below that high. Despite the weakness, Qualcomm’s story is becoming less dependent on smartphones. Its automotive business continues to grow, while the company is also expanding into AI, IoT and custom silicon. This diversification could provide new sources of growth and reduce its reliance on the smartphone market.Technically, QCOM is still under pressure, but the current levels could become important for a recovery. The stock is trading around the $160–$162 area, which acts as an immediate support zone. A break below this level could expose the stock to the $150 region, while a recovery could first face resistance around $167–$170. Above that, $175 becomes the next important level.The bigger opportunity for QCOM is therefore not necessarily a quick rebound, but a longer-term recovery if its newer businesses continue to grow. A sustained move above $170–$175 would improve the technical picture and could attract fresh buying, while holding the $150–$160 support region would keep the recovery case alive. With the stock trading significantly below its recent high and Qualcomm continuing to expand beyond smartphones, QCOM could be worth watching closely over the coming months as our analyst see price at $207.

Oil Nears $90 as Middle East Risks Return Brent crude is trading close to $90 a barrel as investors remain concerned about disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz and other major shipping routes. The controversy is whether oil prices can stay elevated without creating another inflation shock for the global economy.2. Fed Rate-Cut Expectations Face Another Test Markets are waiting for the latest U.S. inflation data, with investors debating whether the Federal Reserve can ease policy or will need to keep rates higher for longer. Rising energy prices could make the Fed’s decision even more difficult.3. Wall Street Keeps Rising Despite Growing Risks U.S. stock futures remain positive, helped by strong results from AI-related companies. The controversial question is whether investors are becoming too comfortable with high valuations while inflation, geopolitical risks and interest-rate uncertainty remain.4. South Korea’s Stocks Surge Nearly 4% The Kospi jumped about 3.7%, driven largely by semiconductor companies. The move highlights the continued strength of the global AI and chip trade, but it also raises concerns about how dependent markets have become on a relatively small group of technology stocks.5. Japan’s Bond Yields Rise on Rate-Hike Expectations Japanese government bond yields have been climbing as investors increasingly expect the Bank of Japan could raise interest rates in September. A faster tightening cycle could affect the yen, Japanese stocks and global bond markets.6. Ukraine Attacks on Russian Energy Infrastructure Spark Market Concerns The U.S. has reportedly urged Ukraine to stop attacks on oil tankers using a Russian Black Sea port connected to the Caspian Pipeline Consortium. The concern is that further attacks could threaten energy supplies involving major Western companies and add another layer of uncertainty to oil prices.7. Trump’s Tariffs Continue to Divide Economists U.S. tariff policy remains one of the biggest sources of debate in global markets. The Tax Foundation estimates the 2026 tariff measures could amount to an average annual tax burden of roughly $900 per U.S. household, while supporters argue tariffs can strengthen domestic industries and government revenue.8. Gold and Silver Jump as Investors Seek Protection Gold rose around 1% while silver gained about 2.5% as investors positioned for inflation, geopolitical and monetary-policy uncertainty. The move shows that despite strong equity markets, investors are still paying for protection against a potential market shock.

Microsoft Ignites an AI RallyMicrosoft surged after reporting stronger-than-expected earnings, driven by exceptional Azure cloud growth and continued AI adoption. The results reassured investors that the company’s massive AI investments are translating into real revenue, lifting sentiment across the technology sector and fueling a sharp rebound in semiconductor stocks.2. Meta Falls as AI Spending Raises QuestionsMeta came under pressure after disappointing investors with weaker free cash flow and plans to continue spending aggressively on AI infrastructure. While management remains confident in the long-term opportunity, the market reacted negatively to the short-term impact on profitability.3. AI Chip Stocks Rebound After Heavy SellingSemiconductor stocks, including AMD, Micron and Lam Research, staged a strong recovery after suffering sharp declines earlier in the week. Investors viewed the previous sell-off as an opportunity to buy quality AI names, particularly after Microsoft’s strong earnings reinforced confidence in AI demand.4. Qualcomm Misses ExpectationsQualcomm disappointed investors after its latest earnings failed to meet market expectations. The results renewed concerns about growth in parts of the semiconductor industry, even as the company continues expanding beyond smartphones into automotive and AI applications.5. Federal Reserve Sparks Market VolatilityThe Federal Reserve left interest rates unchanged, but markets were unsettled after several policymakers favored another rate hike. The unusually strong disagreement within the Fed increased uncertainty about future monetary policy, leading to volatility in both equities and bond markets.6. Apple and Amazon Take Center StageInvestors are closely watching Apple and Amazon ahead of their earnings releases later today. The market is looking for updates on AI spending, consumer demand, cloud growth and future guidance, which could determine the next move for the broader technology sector.7. Oil Prices and Geopolitics Keep Investors on EdgeRenewed geopolitical tensions involving the United States and Iran have increased concerns about global energy supplies. The resulting swings in oil prices have added another layer of uncertainty for investors already navigating inflation and interest-rate risks.8. Bond Market Sends a Warning SignalLong-term U.S. Treasury yields climbed to multi-year highs as investors questioned whether inflation will remain elevated for longer. Higher bond yields tend to pressure high-growth technology stocks because they increase borrowing costs and reduce the present value of future earnings