Nasdaq Falls Sharply as Chip-Stock Slump Overshadows TSMC Record
The Nasdaq fell 1.5% today as a sharp decline in chip stocks overshadowed TSMC's announcement of record earnings for the fifth consecutive quarter. The PHLX Semiconductor Index dropped 4.3%, with Sandisk Western Digital and Marvell among the biggest losers.
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The Nasdaq Composite fell 1.5% in today's trading session, dragged down by a broad selloff in semiconductor stocks that overshadowed Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co.'s (TSMC) report of record earnings for the fifth straight quarter. The PHLX Semiconductor Index tumbled 4.3%.
Possible Causes
Despite TSMC's strong results, concerns over slowing chip demand in the second half of the year, coupled with ongoing geopolitical tensions, prompted profit-taking. Among the hardest hit were Sandisk Western Digital and Marvell Technology (MRVL).
Context
The decline comes after a strong rally in the semiconductor sector in recent months, leaving stocks vulnerable to corrections. Elevated valuations also made the sector more sensitive to any negative news.
Similar Moves in the Sector
Losses were not limited to the mentioned stocks; major chip names like Nvidia and Intel also fell, indicating a broad selloff that could persist if sentiment does not improve.
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