U.S. stocks open higher, with the Dow up 0.58%, the S&P 500 up 0.98%, and the Nasdaq up 1.45%

TechFlow news, December 18: According to Jinshi Data, at the opening of the US stock market, the Dow rose 0.58%, the S&P 500 index rose 0.98%, and the Nasdaq rose 1.45%. Trump Media & Technology Group (DJT.O) surged 22.3% at open. Reports indicate that Trump Media & Technology Group (DJT.O) will merge with fusion company TAE TECHNOLOGIES in an all-stock transaction, with the merged entity planning to begin site selection and construction of fusion power plants starting in 2026. Micron Technology (MU.O) rose 12.58%, as the company's revenue guidance significantly exceeded expectations.