Nvidia warned that a new U.S. bill could hurt its global edge by restricting AI chip exports, while growing pressure pushes tech firms like OpenAI to seek alternatives.
AMD stock dropped sharply after Seaport Research downgraded shares to Neutral, citing slower AI accelerator adoption, supply chain issues, and competitive pressures.
Shares of global insurance giant AIG (NYSE:AIG) fell 3.3% in the afternoon session after a significantly weaker-than-expected U.S. jobs report sparked concerns about the health of the economy. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, non-farm payrolls increased by only 22,000 in August, a figure substantially below expectations. This disappointing data suggests a potential slowdown in economic activity. For a major insurance and financial services provider like AIG, a cooling economy can translate to lower business volumes and potential headwinds for its investment portfolio, leading to negative investor sentiment.
Shares of arcade company Dave & Buster’s (NASDAQ:PLAY) fell 2.6% in the afternoon session after investors reacted to broader market concerns about the health of the U.S. job market.
Let's delve into the developments on the US markets one hour before the close of the markets on Friday. Below, you'll find the top gainers and losers within the S&P500 index during today's session.
Explore the S&P500 index on Friday and find out which stocks are the most active in today's session. Stay updated with the stocks that are capturing market interest.
Shares of radiation safety company Mirion (NYSE:MIR) jumped 5.3% in the morning session after the company announced it is set to join the S&P SmallCap 600 index.
Shares of athletic apparel retailer Lululemon (NASDAQ:LULU)
fell 18.4% in the morning session after the company cut its full-year revenue and profit guidance, signaling a weaker outlook ahead.
Shares of industrial supplier Fastenal (NASDAQ:FAST) fell 4.6% in the morning session after the company released its sales information for August 2025.
Shares of electricity storage and software provider Fluence (NASDAQ:FLNC)
jumped 6.5% in the morning session after the stock extended its positive momentum as analysts at UBS raised their price target and the company announced a key operational milestone in Australia.
Shares of facility services provider ABM Industries (NYSE:ABM) fell 4.6% in the morning session after the company reported second-quarter results that missed Wall Street's earnings expectations, and its full-year forecast fell short of analyst estimates.
Shares of women’s plus-size apparel retailer Torrid Holdings (NYSE:CURV)
fell 22.8% in the morning session after the company reported disappointing second-quarter 2025 results and lowered its full-year financial guidance.
Shares of computer processor maker AMD (NASDAQ:AMD)
fell 5.3% in the afternoon session after the company was downgraded by Seaport Research due to concerns about slowing growth in its artificial intelligence (AI) business. The investment firm lowered its rating on the chipmaker to Neutral from Buy, with no price target, based on recent supply chain checks. These checks suggested slowing growth and difficulty in expanding orders for its AI accelerator business.
A rather disappointing jobs report is challenging Wall Street's optimism over looming rate cuts, as labor market weakness stirs fresh concerns about the economy.
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Join us in exploring the top gainers and losers within the S&P500 index in the middle of the day on Friday as we examine the latest happenings in today's session.
As we await the opening of the US market on Friday, let's delve into the pre-market session and discover the S&P500 top gainers and losers shaping the early market sentiment.
