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Semiconductor Industry News 28 January 2026 - 30 January 2026

Micron stock price today: MU rises as Samsung and Apple highlight memory-chip squeeze

Micron stock price today: MU rises as Samsung and Apple highlight memory-chip squeeze

Micron shares rose 2.9% to $448.64 in early Friday trading, extending a rally even as the Nasdaq slipped. Apple and Samsung warned of rising memory chip prices due to AI server demand and tight supply. Micron disclosed insider selling by its chief legal officer. The company also began building a $24 billion wafer fab in Singapore, targeting production in 2028.
Nvidia stock price slips before the bell as China weighs DeepSeek’s H200 chip buys

Nvidia stock price slips before the bell as China weighs DeepSeek’s H200 chip buys

Nvidia shares fell 1.2% to $190.28 in premarket trading after China conditionally approved DeepSeek’s purchase of H200 AI chips, pending regulatory details. The move follows reports of U.S. lawmakers raising concerns over Nvidia’s technical support to Chinese firms. Investors are also watching potential OpenAI funding rounds involving Nvidia and others. Nvidia’s earnings report is scheduled for Feb. 25.
Intel stock price barely budges after hours as traders size up AI demand and supply risk

Intel stock price barely budges after hours as traders size up AI demand and supply risk

Intel shares slipped 0.2% to $48.66 in after-hours trading Thursday, following heavy volume and a volatile session. The move comes as chip stocks rallied earlier in the week on AI data-center demand, but tech sentiment cooled after Microsoft’s earnings miss. Traders await Friday’s updates on chip supply and margins ahead of next week’s earnings.
Micron (MU) stock steadies after-hours as DRAM shortage warnings flare; Apple earnings next

Micron (MU) stock steadies after-hours as DRAM shortage warnings flare; Apple earnings next

Micron shares rose 0.2% to $435.96 in after-hours trading after Samsung and SK Hynix warned of tightening DRAM supply as production shifts to AI-focused HBM chips. The stock swung nearly $29 during the session on volume of 38.9 million shares. Apple will report earnings after the bell, with investors watching for updates on device demand and component costs.
Lam Research stock slips after upbeat forecast; LRCX traders weigh the next leg of chip-tool demand

Lam Research stock slips after upbeat forecast; LRCX traders weigh the next leg of chip-tool demand

Lam Research shares fell about 0.9% Thursday, reversing gains after the company forecast March-quarter revenue of $5.7 billion and adjusted earnings of $1.35 per share, both above estimates. December-quarter revenue reached $5.34 billion. China accounted for 35% of sales last quarter. Investors remain focused on AI-driven memory demand and tool orders.
Intel stock price slips after report-driven rally; Nvidia-Apple foundry chatter keeps INTC in focus

Intel stock price slips after report-driven rally; Nvidia-Apple foundry chatter keeps INTC in focus

Intel shares fell 2.5% to $47.54 in early New York trading Thursday, reversing an 11% surge on speculation of future foundry deals with Nvidia and Apple. CFO David Zinsner bought 5,882 shares at $42.50 each on Jan. 26, SEC filings show. Chip sector sentiment stayed firm after ASML posted record quarterly bookings. Investors are now watching Friday’s U.S. inflation data.
KLA (KLAC) stock edges up ahead of earnings as chip-tool signals roll in

KLA (KLAC) stock edges up ahead of earnings as chip-tool signals roll in

KLA shares rose 0.7% to $1,627.20 Wednesday and gained another 1.4% after hours ahead of its quarterly earnings report due Thursday. Analysts expect revenue near $3.26 billion and adjusted earnings around $8.80 per share. Evercore ISI raised its price target to $1,700. KLA’s results follow upbeat forecasts from ASML and Lam Research amid strong AI-driven chip demand.
Texas Instruments (TXN) stock jumps nearly 10% as forecast spotlights AI data-center demand

Texas Instruments (TXN) stock jumps nearly 10% as forecast spotlights AI data-center demand

Texas Instruments shares surged nearly 10% to $216.02 by midday Wednesday after the company projected stronger-than-expected first-quarter revenue and earnings. The firm cited a 70% jump in data-center sales and said it will begin reporting that segment separately. CEO Haviv Ilan said the outlook is not driven by price increases. Investors remain focused on industrial demand and softness in phones and PCs.
Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI) stock jumps nearly 18% on Oxford Instruments Texas expansion deal

Applied Optoelectronics (AAOI) stock jumps nearly 18% on Oxford Instruments Texas expansion deal

Applied Optoelectronics shares jumped nearly 18% to $44.05 midday after Oxford Instruments announced a plasma equipment supply deal for AOI’s Texas facility. The agreement supports AOI’s expansion in indium phosphide production for optical transceivers used in AI data centers. Investors also watched the Fed’s policy decision for its impact on tech stocks.
Texas Instruments stock jumps 9% after outlook flags AI data-center demand

Texas Instruments stock jumps 9% after outlook flags AI data-center demand

Texas Instruments shares jumped 9.1% to $214.62 midday Wednesday after the company raised its first-quarter outlook above Wall Street forecasts. The chipmaker cited a 70% surge in data-center revenue and stronger industrial demand. Fourth-quarter revenue reached $4.42 billion, with net income at $1.16 billion. BofA Securities upgraded the stock and raised its price target to $235.
Intel stock price jumps nearly 9% as INTC rebounds with chip shares ahead of Fed decision

Intel stock price jumps nearly 9% as INTC rebounds with chip shares ahead of Fed decision

Intel shares jumped 9% to nearly $48 in early New York trading Wednesday, leading gains among chip stocks after upbeat demand forecasts from SK Hynix and ASML tied to AI growth. Intel CFO David Zinsner bought 5,882 shares at $42.50 each, according to an SEC filing. The Philadelphia Semiconductor Index rose 2.3%. Investors await the Federal Reserve’s policy announcement later today.
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Stock Market Today

Macquarie Group share price slips 2% after APRA eases liquidity curbs — what to watch next week

Macquarie Group share price slips 2% after APRA eases liquidity curbs — what to watch next week

7 February 2026
Macquarie Group shares fell 2.17% to A$207.83 Friday, marking a third straight decline as the ASX 200 slid 2%. Australia’s regulator trimmed liquidity requirements for Macquarie Bank after improvements in controls. Macquarie Asset Management announced two UK utility deals, including full ownership of Last Mile Infrastructure and the purchase of Energy Assets Group. Investors await Tuesday’s operational briefing.
Wall Street Feels the Heat (and Thrill): Fed Cuts, Tariffs & Mega-Mergers Set NYSE Buzz

Stock Market Today 07.02.2026

7 February 2026
LIVEMarkets rolling coverageStarted: February 7, 2026, 12:00 AM ESTUpdated: February 7, 2026, 1:06 AM EST Crude Oil Prices Rise on Dollar Weakness, Geopolitical Tensions February 7, 2026, 12:52 AM EST. Crude oil prices edged higher on Friday, supported by a weaker U.S. dollar and escalating geopolitical risks in the Middle East. March WTI crude gained 0.41%, rebounding from early losses, while gasoline prices rose 1.38%. Doubts over a U.S.-Iran nuclear deal loom after reports of Iran's refusal to halt uranium enrichment, raising the risk of military action and potential disruption of vital shipping routes. Additionally, a surge in U.S. consumer
Seagate (STX) stock jumps nearly 6% as Citi hikes target — what to watch next week

Seagate (STX) stock jumps nearly 6% as Citi hikes target — what to watch next week

7 February 2026
Seagate shares rose 5.9% to $429.32 Friday after Citigroup raised its price target to $480 and reiterated a buy rating. The gain ended a two-day slide but left the stock 6.6% below its Feb. 3 high. CEO Dave Mosley sold 20,000 shares on Feb. 2 under a pre-arranged plan, SEC filings show. U.S. jobs and inflation data next week are seen as key tests for tech stocks.
Cummins (CMI) stock price rebounds after earnings whipsaw as investors eye data-center power demand

Cummins (CMI) stock price rebounds after earnings whipsaw as investors eye data-center power demand

7 February 2026
Cummins shares jumped 6.8% to $577.73 Friday, recovering from a nearly 9% post-earnings drop the day before. The company reported Q4 revenue up 1% to $8.54 billion, took a $218 million charge tied to its hydrogen business, and guided for 2026 EBITDA of 17–18% of sales. Demand for data center generators offset weakness in North American truck markets. Analyst reaction was mixed; Truist raised its price target.
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