EconomyTech Stocks Gain on AI Optimism as Nvidia Jumps | The Pulse 8/27/2026

US futures rose after Nvidia’s bullish outlook strengthened confidence that the rapid expansion of artificial-intelligence spending will continue for longer. The US government is reportedly investigating Singapore-based Apex Logistics over suspected involvement in smuggling Nvidia AI chips to China, potentially leading to the first action against a transportation company allegedly involved in illegal semiconductor trade.