US Stocks Move: Q3 Earnings Exceed Expectations Across the Board but Fail to Satisfy the Market as Applied Materials (AMAT.US) Drops Nearly 6% in Early Trading

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Zhihu Finance APP has learned that on Friday, Applied Materials (AMAT.US) fell nearly 6% in early trading and is currently quoted at $503.94. In terms of news, Applied Materials delivered strong third-quarter results and issued fourth-quarter guidance above market expectations. However, against the backdrop of a sharp rise in stock price this year and already high market expectations for AI capital expenditure, this “better-than-expected” financial report did not gain market recognition.

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