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title: "U.S. stock night market fluctuations: KLA rose 3.03% in the night market, UBS's downgrade of the target price couldn't stop the strong momentum"
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description: "KLA rose 3.03% in the night session; Applied Materials rose 3.11% in the night session, with a transaction volume of USD 10.38 million; ASML rose 1.81% in the night session, with a transaction volume of USD 8.17 million; Lam Research rose 3.25% in the night session, with a transaction volume of USD 2.95 million"
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# U.S. stock night market fluctuations: KLA rose 3.03% in the night market, UBS's downgrade of the target price couldn't stop the strong momentum

**U.S. Stock Night Market Movements**

KLA rose 3.03% in the night market. Based on recent news,

1.  On July 20, UBS lowered KLA's target price to $240 from $255. Despite the target price cut, the market remains optimistic about KLA's long-term prospects, leading to a 3.03% increase in stock price.
    
2.  On July 20, despite a bearish market sentiment, KLA's stock price performed strongly. Retail investor sentiment is at a 'normal' level, indicating confidence in its future performance.
    
3.  On July 20, ARM and Qualcomm's stock prices performed poorly, reflecting the market's relative confidence in KLA. KLA's forward PEG ratio is 2.15, indicating strong growth momentum. Overall, tech stocks performed well, and market sentiment is positive.
    

**Top Stocks by Industry Trading Volume**

Applied Materials rose 3.11% in the night market. Based on recent key news:

1.  On July 15, ASML reported positive quarterly results, driving the overall semiconductor industry up. ASML's strong performance boosted market confidence in semiconductor equipment demand, leading to an increase in Applied Materials' stock price.
    
2.  On July 18, analyst reports indicated that Applied Materials was not included in the top recommended stocks list. Although Applied Materials received a moderate buy rating, analysts believe other stocks are more attractive, which may limit further increases in its stock price.
    
3.  On July 20, analysts expect Applied Materials' stock price to rise by about 21%. This optimistic forecast may have boosted investor confidence, driving the stock price up. Demand in the semiconductor industry remains strong, enhancing market confidence.
    

ASML rose 1.81% in the night market. Based on recent key news:

1.  On July 20, ASML announced its second-quarter financial report, with revenue and net profit exceeding market expectations, driving the stock price up. The company also announced expansion plans to meet AI demand, further boosting market confidence. Source: Reuters
    
2.  On July 20, global demand for AI chips continues to rise, and ASML, as a major equipment supplier, benefits significantly, leading to an increase in stock price. Analysts believe the company is likely to become the first European company with a market value exceeding $1 trillion. Source: Reuters
    
3.  On July 18, ASML announced equity incentives for global employees to share in the performance growth brought by AI demand, enhancing employee morale and the company's competitiveness. Source: Bloomberg AI chip demand remains strong, driving market growth.
    

Lam Research rose 3.25% in the night market. Based on recent key news:

1.  On July 20, Oppenheimer listed Lam Research as a "Best of the Best" momentum stock, believing its market share in the semiconductor equipment sector will continue to expand. This report boosted Lam Research's stock price, which rose about 1% in pre-market trading;
    
2.  On July 19, MarketBeat's analysis showed that although Lam Research has a "moderate buy" rating, it was not included in the top analysts' recommended list, indicating a cautious market attitude towards its future performance;
    
3.  Recently, there are no other important news. Capital expenditure in the semiconductor industry has increased, and market sentiment is positive

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