U.S. stock index futures jumped in early Asian trading after Micron Technology reported strong quarterly earnings that exceeded analyst estimates. Nasdaq 100 futures led the advance with a 1.47% gain, while S&P 500 futures rose 0.56% and Dow futures added 0.65%.
Nasdaq 100 futures surged 1.47% in early Asian trading after Micron Technology reported better-than-expected quarterly earnings.
The results were driven by demand for memory chips used in artificial intelligence data centers, the company said in its earnings statement. Revenue and earnings per share both topped consensus estimates.
The advance in Nasdaq futures outpaced gains in the broader market, with S&P 500 futures rising 0.56% and Dow futures adding 0.65%. The rally reflected Micron's position as a bellwether for the semiconductor industry.
The move sets up a positive open for U.S. cash markets later Tuesday, with investors watching for follow-through in semiconductor and technology stocks.
The futures rally followed Micron's after-hours earnings report. The company's quarterly performance highlighted the strength of the memory chip cycle, with data center demand providing a tailwind.
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