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The Tech Download: Chip stocks surge in ‘historic’ month as investors’ AI buildout concerns ease
March saw many chip stocks drop amid concerns over the AI buildout, but their fortunes have reversed in April.
TL;DR
- Chip stocks experienced a significant downturn in March but have since surged by 35.2% in April.
- Companies like Intel, Nvidia, and Apple have seen significant stock performance increases.
- The rally reflects renewed confidence in AI infrastructure, stronger earnings, and broadening demand.
- Concerns over AI spending have eased, with investors becoming more comfortable with capital expenditures.
- Some analysts note potential supply chain issues and physical reality bottlenecks impacting chipmaking, such as helium export curtailments and equipment shortages.
- Positive outlook depends on resilient hyperscaler capex, rising earnings estimates, and investor conviction in AI infrastructure returns.