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U.S. Tech Stocks Rally on Strong Artificial Intelligence Infrastructure Forecasts

United States equity markets surged after artificial intelligence infrastructure providers including CoreWeave and Super Micro Computer issued exceptionally strong revenue forecasts, renewing investor confidence in the global technology sector.
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