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Top 10 large-cap tech and AI stocks surge on strong earnings and upbeat guidance last week

Market News
17 May 2026
Nabaparna Bhattacharya
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Bullish
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Last week, large-cap technology and AI-related stocks led Wall Street's top gainers, driven by strong earnings reports, positive guidance, and analyst upgrades. Companies like Tower Semiconductor, Venture Global, and Palo Alto Networks saw significant price jumps due to better-than-expected financial results and growing optimism around semiconductor demand, cybersecurity, and AI spending. This momentum highlights investor confidence in sectors tied to digital infrastructure and AI growth. Investors may want to review their portfolios to consider these top-performing stocks.

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