US equity futures climbed on Thursday during European trading hours, led by a rebound in the tech sector fueled by Micron’s optimistic revenue outlook. According to FX Street, Deutsche Bank strategists highlighted that Micron’s strong revenue projections have renewed investor confidence in AI-driven growth, lifting key indices.
Nasdaq 100 futures surged 2.25%, reaching around 30,180, while S&P 500 futures gained 0.80%, trading near 7,490. Dow Jones futures also edged higher by 0.15%, hovering close to 52,350. This broad-based advance reflects growing optimism in technology stocks after recent declines.
For Japanese investors, the US tech sector’s recovery signals potential positive spillovers for Japan’s technology and semiconductor-related equities, especially given the global importance of AI developments and supply chain linkages.