AMD stock ends higher as Wall Street turns upbeat; what to watch before Feb. 3 earnings
New York, January 17, 2026, 11:16 AM EST — Market closed Advanced Micro Devices’ stock climbed 1.7% Friday, closing at $231.83. The gain capped a strong week, driven by fresh analyst upgrades and deal buzz tied to expanding data-center capacity. (Yahoo Finance) These developments are crucial as traders weigh whether demand for AMD’s data-center chips will hold up through 2026, with the company’s next earnings report just weeks away. Two key updates came in rapid order: Wells Fargo upgraded AMD to its top semiconductor pick, and Riot Platforms announced it inked its first data-center lease with AMD. (Investing.com) Chip stocks