SPTE is trading 4.6% up in pre-market, driven by tech-led futures and AI semiconductor optimism.
- Nasdaq futures are up 0.37%, with NVIDIA and Micron also higher; record global chip sales and stronger HBM investment add support.
- July payrolls unexpectedly fell by 23,000, prompting investors to reassess rate expectations and supporting growth stocks.
- Upcoming CPI and PPI releases remain risks.