Stocks Steady as Investors Await Inflation Data, Tesla Deliveries; Nvidia Retreats from Highs
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Dow futures little changed as market awaits key inflation data on Friday. Fed chief Powell giving speech, but may not discuss policy.
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Stock market rally enjoyed solid week, with breadth impressive. Small caps, equal-weight ETFs outpacing indexes.
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Nvidia stock retreats from highs, allowing some chips plays to consolidate. AI chip IPO Astera Labs pulls back, could forge base.
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Software stocks like Microsoft, Meta Platforms and CrowdStrike hovering near support and possible buy points.
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Tesla deliveries due next week. Competition heating up in China EV market.