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NASDAQ:IMOS News 18 January 2026

ASE Technology stock price hits record close as chip rally sets up a holiday-shortened week

ASE Technology stock price hits record close as chip rally sets up a holiday-shortened week

New York, Jan 17, 2026, 19:07 (EST) — Market closed ASE Technology Holding’s shares on the U.S. market ended Friday at $19.41, rising roughly 1.2% to hit a record closing peak. (MacroTrends) The boost matters since ASE operates at the tail end of chip production—handling packaging and testing—where demand shifts quickly as major clients adjust AI server and smartphone strategies.…

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  • Vishay Precision Shares Drop 6.1% Amid Semiconductor Sector Weakness
    January 23, 2026, 1:05 PM EST. Shares of Vishay Precision (NYSE:VPG) fell 6.1% following a sharp decline in semiconductor stocks after Intel issued a cautious forecast. Intel's shares dropped nearly 13% due to a near-term supply squeeze that is affecting the chip industry broadly. Vishay Precision, known for precision measurement technologies, has seen volatile moves over the past year and is currently trading near its 52-week high of $47.79. Despite today's fall, the stock is up 13.4% year-to-date and has delivered a 32% return over five years. The wider chip sector concerns weighed on shares but may create buying opportunities according to analysts. Intel's outlook highlights ongoing challenges in chip supply chains, influencing investor sentiment across related companies like Vishay Precision.
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