Intel Plunge Pressures US Market; Tech Giants Prop Up Nasdaq Amid Mixed Signals

• US stock markets showed mixed signals: Nasdaq gained over 0.5%, S&P 500 fluctuated, and Dow Jones declined over 0.5%.
• Intel shares plunged 15.6% due to weak outlook and difficulties meeting AI server chip demand, pressuring the market.
• Mega-cap tech stocks like Microsoft, Netflix, Meta, Amazon, and Nvidia saw significant gains, supporting Nasdaq.
• Gold hit record levels and silver crossed $100/ounce, indicating sustained demand for safe-haven investments.
• Upcoming quarterly results from 'Magnificent Seven' companies (Apple, Tesla, Microsoft) will be crucial for market direction.

Why It Matters: Intel's sharp decline impacted the US market, but strong performance from other tech giants buoyed Nasdaq.