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Yahoo Finance· August 27, 2026

Nasdaq Rallies as Nvidia, Salesforce and CrowdStrike Beat Expectations

U.S. stock indices closed higher on a wave of positive corporate earnings from technology heavyweights. Nvidia shares, whose results traditionally set the tone for the entire semiconductor and AI sector, rose on strong revenue figures. Salesforce and CrowdStrike also beat analyst expectations, boosting optimism around cloud computing and cybersecurity stocks. The tech-focused Nasdaq index posted one of its best daily gains in recent weeks. These results confirm sustained demand for AI solutions and digital infrastructure, which is important for investors building tech-heavy portfolios to keep in mind.