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Semiconductors 8 February 2026 - 10 February 2026

AI stocks today: Cisco’s new chip enters the race as Nvidia faces China guardrails

AI stocks today: Cisco’s new chip enters the race as Nvidia faces China guardrails

Cisco unveiled its Silicon One G300 chip and router for AI data centers, aiming to boost network efficiency and compete with Nvidia and Broadcom. Nvidia, Broadcom, and AMD shares fell amid renewed U.S. licensing scrutiny on China and concerns over AI capital spending. Cisco stock edged up 0.3%. Investors are watching U.S. payroll and inflation data for signals on interest rates.
10 February 2026
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Qualcomm stock today: QCOM edges higher as Morgan Stanley warns memory crunch could bite again

Qualcomm stock today: QCOM edges higher as Morgan Stanley warns memory crunch could bite again

Qualcomm shares rose 0.5% to $139.61 Tuesday after a turbulent week marked by supply concerns. Morgan Stanley resumed coverage with an underweight rating and a $132 target, citing memory shortages and weak handset demand. A company executive sold 3,200 shares under a preset 10b5-1 plan. Qualcomm recently forecast revenue and profit below estimates, blaming a global memory chip shortage.
10 February 2026
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Cisco stock rises after Silicon One G300 AI chip launch, with earnings next

Cisco stock rises after Silicon One G300 AI chip launch, with earnings next

Cisco shares rose 0.7% to $87.35 Tuesday after the company unveiled its Silicon One G300 AI networking chip and new router, targeting data-center customers. The G300, built on TSMC’s 3-nanometer process, is set for release in the second half of 2026. Investors await Cisco’s quarterly update later this week. Rival stocks Nvidia and Broadcom slipped during the session.
10 February 2026
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KLA stock price dips: KLAC slips as investors size up India R&D hub push and chip-tool outlook

KLA stock price dips: KLAC slips as investors size up India R&D hub push and chip-tool outlook

KLA Corp shares fell 0.6% to $1,431 in late-morning New York trading Tuesday, trailing the semiconductor ETF. The company announced a new R&D and innovation hub in Chennai, India, to support AI and engineering. Investors are watching for peer earnings later this week and KLA’s dividend timetable, with a $1.90-per-share payout set for March 3.
10 February 2026
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Micron stock slides on Nvidia HBM4 fears as Samsung, SK hynix loom

Micron stock slides on Nvidia HBM4 fears as Samsung, SK hynix loom

Micron shares fell 2.9% to $383.50 early Tuesday after reports suggested Samsung and SK hynix may secure most early HBM4 supply for Nvidia’s next AI platform. BusinessKorea cited sources saying Micron may be excluded from Nvidia’s initial supplier list due to performance issues. Investors await Micron’s Feb. 11 conference appearance for updates on HBM4 qualification. Nvidia and AMD shares rose in early trading.
10 February 2026
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Cisco’s new AI networking chip puts Nvidia and Broadcom back in the AI stocks spotlight

Cisco’s new AI networking chip puts Nvidia and Broadcom back in the AI stocks spotlight

Cisco unveiled its Silicon One G300 networking chip for AI data centers Tuesday, targeting a market dominated by Nvidia and Broadcom. Cisco shares closed at a 52-week high Monday, up 2.3% to $86.78. The chip, built on TSMC’s 3-nanometer process, is set for release in the second half of 2026. Investors await Cisco’s earnings report on Feb. 11 for signs of AI demand.
10 February 2026
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Lam Research (LRCX) stock price slips as insider sale filing lands; CPI and chip-gear earnings next

Lam Research (LRCX) stock price slips as insider sale filing lands; CPI and chip-gear earnings next

Lam Research closed down 0.75% at $229.28 Monday, then rose about 0.5% after hours. An SEC filing showed director Eric Brandt sold 35,000 shares on Feb. 6 via a pre-arranged plan. Investors are watching for U.S. jobs and inflation data and Applied Materials’ earnings later this week. Applied Materials shares rose 2.5% Monday.
10 February 2026
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Broadcom stock jumps after-hours as AI spending focus returns to chipmakers

Broadcom stock jumps after-hours as AI spending focus returns to chipmakers

Broadcom shares rose 3.3% to $343.83 in after-hours trading Monday, following a volatile session. The move tracked gains across chip stocks as investors rotated back into AI hardware names. Broadcom is set to report fiscal first-quarter results on March 4 after the market close. Traders are also watching upcoming U.S. jobs data for further market direction.
9 February 2026
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Micron stock drops after-hours as Samsung HBM4 report rattles Nvidia supply bets

Micron stock drops after-hours as Samsung HBM4 report rattles Nvidia supply bets

Micron shares fell 2.9% to $383.24 in after-hours trading Monday amid reports Samsung will begin mass production and shipment of HBM4 memory for Nvidia’s upcoming “Vera Rubin” AI chips. Industry sources say Samsung passed Nvidia’s quality checks, while SK hynix and Micron are expected to split the rest of early supply. No official confirmation on volumes.
9 February 2026
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Teradyne stock rises as chip-test names rebound; traders scan downgrades and U.S. data

Teradyne stock rises as chip-test names rebound; traders scan downgrades and U.S. data

Teradyne shares climbed 3.3% to $309.95 in Monday afternoon trading, following a volatile session and a 60% gain year-to-date. President Capital Management downgraded the stock to neutral but raised its price target to $308. Investors await U.S. jobs and inflation data later this week, which could affect rate-cut expectations. Teradyne’s next dividend record date is February 13.
9 February 2026
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KLA stock pauses near $1,440 as chip stocks rebound and a dividend date looms

KLA stock pauses near $1,440 as chip stocks rebound and a dividend date looms

KLA Corp shares slipped 0.2% to $1,439.93 by midday Monday, trailing gains in other chip stocks like Applied Materials and ASML. The company declared a $1.90 quarterly dividend, payable March 3 to holders as of Feb. 17. KLA has risen 18% this year but fell after its last earnings report. Investors await key U.S. economic data later this week.
9 February 2026
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Apollo’s $3.4B xAI chip lease puts Nvidia demand, Broadcom’s Google TPU push back in focus

Apollo’s $3.4B xAI chip lease puts Nvidia demand, Broadcom’s Google TPU push back in focus

Apollo Global Management is close to a $3.4 billion loan to buy Nvidia chips for leasing to Elon Musk’s xAI, The Information reported. Alphabet is considering a $15 billion U.S. bond sale to fund AI infrastructure, according to Bloomberg. Investors are watching whether custom chips from Broadcom and Google can challenge Nvidia’s dominance.
9 February 2026
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AMD stock climbs in early trade as chip rebound holds — jobs and CPI loom this week

AMD stock climbs in early trade as chip rebound holds — jobs and CPI loom this week

AMD shares rose 1.6% to $211.88 Monday morning, rebounding after last week’s volatility in AI chip stocks. Nvidia gained 3.4% and Broadcom 2.7%, while Intel fell 4.2%. Investors watched for signals on interest rates ahead of key U.S. economic data and Fed comments. Demand for AI data-center chips remained in focus as big tech spending plans drove market moves.
9 February 2026
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SMIC stock jumps 4% in Hong Kong ahead of Tuesday results as chip sentiment steadies

SMIC stock jumps 4% in Hong Kong ahead of Tuesday results as chip sentiment steadies

SMIC shares closed up 4.1% at HK$70.35 in Hong Kong Monday ahead of a board meeting Tuesday to approve unaudited quarterly results. The move followed gains in global chip stocks and a strong Hong Kong debut for Montage Technology. SMIC’s Shanghai shares rose about 2% to 114.93 yuan. Investors are watching for updates on demand, capacity, and management’s outlook.
9 February 2026
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Lam Research stock price jumps 8% on chip rebound — what LRCX investors watch next week

Lam Research stock price jumps 8% on chip rebound — what LRCX investors watch next week

Lam Research shares jumped 8.2% to $231.01 at Friday’s close, tracking a semiconductor rally driven by bets on AI data-center spending. The move followed news of executive changes and a board appointment earlier in the week. U.S. jobs and inflation data, plus Nvidia’s Feb. 25 results, are expected to influence trading next week.
8 February 2026
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Nvidia, AMD spark chip-stock rebound on AI spending plans — what to watch this week

Nvidia, AMD spark chip-stock rebound on AI spending plans — what to watch this week

The Philadelphia chip index jumped 5.7% Friday, led by Nvidia’s 7.9% surge, as investors bet on continued AI data-center spending. Amazon projected $200 billion in capex for 2026, boosting supplier sentiment. The Semiconductor Industry Association forecast global chip sales hitting $1 trillion in 2026. Apple warned of sharply rising memory chip prices amid a supply squeeze.
8 February 2026
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Stock Market Today

  • Ford Launches Ford Pro AI and V2H Pilot to Expand Digital and Energy Revenue Streams
    March 21, 2026, 11:28 PM EDT. Ford Motor (NYSE:F) introduced Ford Pro AI, a connected fleet management software targeting commercial customers, and launched a vehicle-to-home (V2H) energy pilot with Puget Sound Energy and ChargeScape. Using EVs like the F-150 Lightning, the V2H project tests supplying backup power to homes, highlighting Ford's push into software and energy services. These initiatives aim to create recurring revenue beyond traditional manufacturing, aligning with trends among automakers such as GM, Stellantis, and Tesla. Ford Pro AI helps commercial fleets optimize operations by analyzing vehicle data to reduce downtime. The company's stock trades at $11.52, with a 21.1% one-year and 24.8% five-year return, reflecting investor confidence in its strategic shift toward connected technologies and grid integration. However, execution risks remain as Ford invests heavily in these areas amid industry competition and regulatory pressures.
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