India, July 9 -- The US stock market delivered a mixed performance, with the Nasdaq Composite outperforming other major indices thanks to a strong rally in semiconductor stocks. Growing optimism around artificial intelligence (AI) infrastructure spending fueled buying interest in chipmakers, helping technology shares offset weakness in consumer and communication services stocks. Investors are also keeping a close eye on upcoming economic data, corporate earnings, and the Federal Reserve's policy outlook.

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Nasdaq Today: Semiconductor Stocks Drive Market Higher

The Nasdaq Composite emerged as the strongest-performing major US index, supported by impressive gains across the semiconductor sector.

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