Applied Materials is a leading provider of equipment, services, and software for the semiconductor and display manufacturing industries. The company specializes in a range of technologies that enable the fabrication of advanced materials and components, crucial for powering devices such as smartphones, tablets, and computers. Through its innovative solutions, Applied Materials helps manufacturers improve their production processes, enhance the performance of their products, and drive advancements in electronics, renewable energy, and other high-tech sectors. The company's commitment to research and development positions it at the forefront of the ever-evolving landscape of materials engineering and chip manufacturing. Read More
San Francisco, CA – October 13, 2025 – The global technology and semiconductor sectors are experiencing an unprecedented surge, driven by the relentless march of Artificial Intelligence (AI). This "AI Supercycle" is fundamentally reshaping the industry, creating an insatiable demand for advanced computing power and propelling chip shares to new heights. Recent
The global technology landscape is currently undergoing a profound transformation, heralded as the "AI Supercycle"—an unprecedented period of accelerated growth driven by the insatiable demand for artificial intelligence capabilities. This supercycle is fundamentally redefining the semiconductor industry, positioning it as the indispensable bedrock of a burgeoning global AI economy. This structural shift is propelling the [...]
The technology sector, particularly semiconductors, delivered a stunning performance on October 13, 2025, with a significant positive surge in the S&P 500. This impressive rally was spearheaded by groundbreaking developments, most notably a multi-billion dollar collaboration between chip giant Broadcom (NASDAQ: AVGO) and artificial intelligence leader OpenAI, alongside a
Shares of semiconductor machinery manufacturer Applied Materials (NASDAQ:AMAT)
jumped 4.4% in the afternoon session after several Wall Street analysts signaled increased confidence in the company, leading to a rating upgrade and higher price targets. Morgan Stanley upgraded its rating on the stock to "Overweight" and set a price target of $209. In addition, Stifel maintained its "Buy" rating and lifted its price target to $215 from a previous $180. Needham also showed optimism by keeping its "Buy" rating and increasing its price target on Applied Materials to $260 from $240. These actions from financial analysts reflected a bullish view on the company's future performance and its position within the technology sector.
Analyst takes cautious stance on ACLS, cuts rating to Underperform and raises price forecast due to potential of merger with VECO. Stock already priced in optimism.
October 10, 2025 – The U.S. stock market experienced a significant downturn today, fueled by a sharp escalation in US-China trade tensions. Former President Donald Trump's threats of "massive" new tariffs on Chinese products, coupled with China's retaliatory measures, sent shockwaves across global markets, triggering a broad sell-off. Amidst this
October 10, 2025 - The financial markets closed today in a state of heightened anxiety, as a fresh wave of US-China tariff threats triggered a broad market sell-off, with the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite leading the downturn. At the epicenter of this geopolitical storm was NVIDIA (NASDAQ: NVDA), whose shares experienced
The global semiconductor industry is demonstrating remarkable resilience, projected to achieve unprecedented growth despite the persistent and often escalating U.S.-China trade tensions. With global sales anticipated to hit a new all-time high of $697 billion in 2025—an 11.2% increase over 2024—and an ambitious trajectory towards $1 trillion by 2030, the sector is not merely weathering [...]
A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after President Donald Trump threatened to impose 'massive' new tariffs on Chinese goods, a response to Beijing's decision to tighten export controls on rare earth metals.
When Wall Street turns bearish on a stock, it’s worth paying attention.
These calls stand out because analysts rarely issue grim ratings on companies for fear their firms will lose out in other business lines such as M&A advisory.
TEMPE, Ariz., Oct. 09, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Applied Materials, Inc. and Arizona State University (ASU) today marked the official opening of the Materials-to-Fab Center, a shared world-class $270 million research, development and prototyping facility inside the university’s MacroTechnology Works at ASU’s Research Park in Tempe. A ribbon-cutting event was held at the Center as semiconductor industry leaders from around the globe gathered in nearby Phoenix for the SEMICON West conference.
A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after renewed confidence in the artificial intelligence sector fueled a market rally as Nvidia's CEO confirmed that computing demand has "gone up substantially."
In an era increasingly defined by artificial intelligence, advanced computing, and critical infrastructure that relies on a constant flow of data, the integrity of semiconductor manufacturing has become paramount. These microscopic marvels are the bedrock of modern technology, powering everything from consumer electronics to advanced military systems. Against this backdrop, TXOne Networks has emerged as [...]
The semiconductor industry stands as the foundational pillar of the modern digital economy, and at its heart are two indispensable giants: Lam Research (NASDAQ: LRCX) and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (NYSE: TSM). These companies, while distinct in their operational focus, are both critical enablers of the technological revolution currently underway, driven by burgeoning demand for [...]
China bought about $38 billion worth of sophisticated chimaking equipment from the U.S. and its allies last year due to gaps in efforts to curb manufacturing, a bipartisan report by U.S. lawmakers has found.
The semiconductor industry, often hailed as the bedrock of modern technology, is currently navigating a complex and increasingly bifurcated landscape. While the insatiable demand for artificial intelligence (AI) chips propels certain segments to unprecedented heights, other, more traditional areas are facing significant headwinds. Power Integrations (NASDAQ: POWI), a key player in high-voltage power conversion, stands [...]
The artificial intelligence landscape is undergoing a profound transformation, driven not only by algorithmic breakthroughs but also by a silent revolution in the very bedrock of computing: semiconductor manufacturing. Recent industry events, notably SEMICON West 2024 and the anticipation for SEMICON West 2025, have shone a spotlight on groundbreaking innovations in processes, materials, and techniques [...]
October 7, 2025 – A significant tremor rippled through the technology sector today as Oracle (NYSE: ORCL) issued a stark warning regarding the "razor-thin" profit margins of its burgeoning artificial intelligence (AI) cloud server business. The revelation, which highlighted the high costs associated with providing AI infrastructure, immediately triggered a sell-off
