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AI Chip Stocks Dip Amid Broadcom Earnings Fallout

By Barry Stearns

3/8, 13:02 EST
Broadcom Inc.
Marvell Technology, Inc.
NVIDIA Corporation
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Ltd.
  • Chip stock fatigue is driving today's market downturn, likely due to temporary profit-taking. Broadcom's disappointing earnings, particularly in semiconductor unit revenue, are leading to a selloff in the semiconductor space, impacting stocks like Nvidia and Marvell Technology.
  • Despite the recent outflow from tech stocks, the semiconductor sector, fueled by AI and Nvidia, has seen significant gains. However, with the current pause in momentum, the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index is down over 2% today.
  • Growth opportunities in the chip sector, especially in AI, are still present and could continue to drive gains if valuations remain reasonable. Companies like Broadcom and TSMC are seeing increased demand and revenue growth in the AI space.