The semiconductor sector saw significant gains, with Wolfspeed (WOLF, Financial) soaring over 12%. Microchip Technology (MCHP) increased by more than 9%, while ON Semiconductor (ON), Analog Devices (ADI), Marvell Technology (MRVL), and Texas Instruments (TXN) all rose over 6%. NXP Semiconductors (NXPI) and Broadcom (AVGO) climbed more than 4%, whereas Micron Technology (MU) and Qualcomm (QCOM) gained over 3%. Intel (INTC), AMD (SMCI), and NVIDIA (NVDA) each advanced by more than 2%.
The upward movement in semiconductor stocks highlights strong investor confidence in the sector, driven by demand for advanced technologies and growing application in various industries. Traders are optimistic about future growth potential and innovation within the industry.