Stock Movers Miners Stocks Fall; Five Below Rallies; Micron Falls
Mar 19, 2026
Mining stocks slid as metals names tumbled and central bank moves weighed on prices. Energy and chemicals jumped amid a sharp oil rally tied to escalating Middle East attacks. A value retailer surprised with stronger sales and plans for rapid store growth. A major chipmaker rattled markets with a larger-than-expected capital spending forecast.
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Gold Drop Sends Miners Lower
- Miners plunged as gold prices fell sharply, pushing Newmont Mining down about 9% in premarket trade.
- Alexis Christophorus ties the move to weaker gold, central bank pause on cuts, and ongoing geopolitical tensions reducing safe-haven demand.
Five Below Sales Beat Fueled By Store Expansion
- Five Below beat its fiscal outlook and forecast drove shares up roughly 6% as it plans about 150 new store openings this year.
- Alexis Christophorus credits improved assortment, social media marketing, and better in-store experience for strong sales momentum.
Micron Pullback On Higher Capex Forecast
- Micron shares fell about 6% after guiding capital spending above $25 billion for the fiscal year.
- Alexis Christophorus notes investors worry that elevated capex could pressure memory chipmakers' ability to sustain outsized margins despite strong demand.