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iShares PHLX Semiconductor ETF

SOXX tracks a modified market-cap-weighted index of 30 US-listed semiconductor companies.

VanEck Vectors Semiconductor ETF

Vanguard Information Technology ETF

Nvidia (NVDA) shares tumbled almost 9% last week after U.S. government officials announced more stringent curbs on exports of advanced AI chips to China, dragging down many technology-centric exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that are heavily exposed to the chipmaker.

Nvidia's Stock Slide Has Taken a Toll on Semiconductor ETFs

SOXX is a historically high-risk semiconductor fund that delivered exceptional returns over the last decade. However, risk-adjusted returns are not nearly as impressive. SOXX lags XLK, a broad-based large-cap tech fund, on this measure over every period longer than three months. Given the downside risk potential, SOXX should feature better fundamentals than XLK. This article evaluates both funds on volatility, growth, valuation, momentum, quality, and sentiment. Unfortunately, no clear advantage exists.

SOXX: Tread Lightly With These High Risk Semiconductor Stocks

EPAM Systems

Fair Isaac

Gartner

Microsoft

NXP Semiconductors

ON Semiconductor

Western Digital

Only four stocks in the Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund NYSEARCA: XLK posted gains on October 13, as the spooky specter of higher interest rates sent tech stocks lower.

Economic Angst Shakes Up Techs: Chip Stocks Lead the Plunge

Global X Artificial Intelligence & Technology ETF

Artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to transform the economy. Investors are already rushing into AI stocks, but picking the individual winners and losers won't be easy.

2 Spectacular ETFs That Can Future Proof Your Portfolio in an AI-Driven World

Global X Robotics & Artificial Intelligence ETF

SPDR S&P Bank ETF

Veteran, well-respected economist Ed Yardeni has said for at least a year that we're “in a rolling recession.” Given the strong, overall growth that the economy has generated in recent quarters, I find it difficult to agree that we're in any type of recession.

Q4 Stock Predictions: 3 ETFs Ready to Roar Into 2024

Among the 52 companies that MSCI categorizes as semiconductor makers, only Intel has avoided a share-price decline as the month draws to a close.

Nvidia and Other Chip Stocks Had a Terrible September. Wall Street Remains Upbeat.

Consensus price targets do not align with long-term EPS growth rates in the semiconductor sector. 60% of companies in the sector may continue to have weak earnings in YE24. A valuation of 21x PE in YE24 is not very attractive considering a 9% EPS compound annual growth rate.

SOXX: AI-Driven Demand May Be Relegated To A Select Few

This week offered more evidence that the anticipated industry rebound might be farther out.

Chip Stocks Can't Catch a Break. Here's Why.

First Trust Nasdaq Semiconductor ETF

Invesco PHLX Semiconductor ETF

Just as a rising tide lifts all boats, the successful Arm IPO may boost the entire semiconductor ETF space in the near term.

Can Blockbuster Arm IPO Boost Semiconductor ETFs?

The July 2023 surge in global semiconductor sales signals an encouraging trajectory.

Time for Semiconductor ETFs On Spike in July Sales?

First Trust Indxx Metaverse ETF

Fidelity Cloud Computing ETF

First Trust Technology AlphaDEX Fund

First Trust NASDAQ Technology Dividend Index Fund

Rising rate worries are back and have weighed on the growth sectors like technology.

Time for Low-P/E Tech ETFs?

Qraft AI-Enhanced US Large Cap Momentum ETF

Global X Cloud Computing ETF

Goldman Sachs Future Consumer Equity ETF

Goldman Sachs Future Health Care Equity ETF

The Goldman Sachs Future Tech Leaders Equity ETF

iShares Robotics & Artificial Intelligence Multisector ETF

Last week, the VettaFi AI Symposium was one of the more popular places to be in the days before Labor Day. We had more than 1,200 people registered with over 650 live attendees (many more of you will catch the replay).

AI Is Much More Than Hype

Artificial intelligence is one of the top investment themes this year and is the new megatrend likely to last for at least the next decade.

AI an “Incredibly Powerful Theme” of Next Decade: How to Invest

Shares of Broadcom, Nvidia, and AMD are rising Tuesday as the sector looks to regain favor with investors.

Semiconductor Stocks Are Surging. Why They Might Just Be Getting Started.

The iShares Semiconductor ETF has delivered strong performance so far in 2023 despite the ongoing weakness. The dynamics of the chip sales are expected to become more impressive in the back half of the year. The fund has a potential to get upside from the diffusion of 5G, adoption of AI across the economy, strong automotive/industrial markets and an expected memory market recovery.

SOXX ETF: Favorable Prospects In The Ranks Of Semiconductor Players

Compass

Global X Dow 30 Covered Call ETF

It's time to start buying the August stock-market weakness. But keep some purchasing power on hand to take advantage of weaker prices ahead.

4 reasons to start buying the August stock-market weakness — and what to buy

Invesco Dynamic Semiconductors ETF

Invesco QQQ

Invesco S&P 500 Equal Weight Technology ETF

SPDR S&P 500 ETF Trust

SPDR S&P Semiconductor ETF

Bull vs. Bear is a weekly feature where members of the VettaFi writers' room take opposite sides for a debate on controversial stocks, strategies, or market ideas — with plenty of discussion of ETF ideas to play either angle. For this edition of Bull vs.

Bull vs. Bear: Can Semiconductor ETFs Maintain Their Return Trajectory?

Global X Funds - Global X E-commerce ETF

Amplify Cybersecurity ETF

SPDR S&P Kensho Smart Mobility ETF

iShares Self-Driving EV and Tech ETF

First Trust Cloud Computing ETF

While the technology sector more than likely offers the best chance for maximum upside, its underlying risks warrant a closer look at the best tech funds to buy. Don't get me wrong.

The 7 Best Tech Funds to Buy in August

Intel (INTC) spread optimism following an earnings surprise in its second-quarter 2023 results after two consecutive quarters of record losses.

Intel Pops on Return to Profitability in Q2: ETFs to Tap

Intel has been left behind in the artificial intelligence (AI)-led surge seen in semiconductor stocks like Nvidia (NVDA) and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD). However, the chip maker has a solid chance of beating estimates this time around.

Is Intel Likely to Beat on Q2 Earnings? ETFs in Focus

Semiconductor stocks and ETFs have been rising this year buoyed by the artificial intelligence frenzy.

Semiconductor ETFs in Focus Ahead of Q2 Earnings

The semiconductor industry, a cornerstone of modern digital technology, is heavily reliant on semiconductor equipment manufacturing. The success of semiconductor equipment manufacturers like ASML is essential to the continuation of Moore's law.

Semiconductor Equipment Manufacturers Driving The Digital Revolution

Gallium Nitride compound is used in a subset of the chip industry due to its superior energy efficiency and heat resistance, making it ideal for mobile phone chargers and RF chips. China is a leading producer of gallium, and the U.S. relies heavily on the country for imports. If a ban on Chinese GaN to the US is imposed, companies like Qorvo and Skyworks could be significantly impacted. Both form part of the iShares Semiconductor ETF's holdings.

SOXX ETF: China's Ban On Critical Metals Could Backfire

The VanEck Semiconductor ETF has risen by nearly 47% YTD as investors continue to pile in amid the enthusiasm around AI. The development of AI will likely only benefit certain companies rather than the whole industry, as shown in recent earnings. Other than specific companies, most earnings have been underwhelming, which makes it hard to justify the current valuation.

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