In the after-hours trading session, several key performers have garnered attention:

– Nvidia (NASDAQ: NVDA): Shares saw a slight decline despite a strong Q3 performance. While demand for AI chips remains strong, the company’s Q4 guidance has left investors feeling cautious.
– Snowflake (NYSE: SNOW): Investors are optimistic about Snowflake as shares rose, spurred by expectations of strong earnings related to the growing enterprise cloud adoption.
– Palo Alto Networks (NASDAQ: PANW): Shares gained traction following heightened positive sentiment surrounding the cybersecurity sector, with rising demand for digital security solutions.

The broader market showed mixed performances in extended trades, reflecting adjustments made by investors during earnings season. The spotlight remains on technology, particularly semiconductor and tech stocks, as they navigate through AI-driven opportunities and regulatory uncertainties.