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Software Stocks Rally as Nvidia’s Strength Bolsters Sentiment

Nvidia Chief Executive Jensen Huang defended the company’s AI leadership as the broader software sector rose, lifting related names.

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Wall Street Journal Markets reports that Nvidia’s market momentum fed into strength across software-linked stocks, with shares moving higher alongside the AI hardware leader.

The outlet also highlights Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang’s rebuttal to critiques attributed to Bill Gates, positioning the argument as a key backdrop for investor sentiment.

In parallel, the report notes a broader rally in software stocks, framing the move as investors reaffirming expectations around AI software and infrastructure demand.

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