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Chip Stocks Endure Longest Losing Streak Since 2006 as CoreWeave Credit Concerns Mount: This Week on Wall Street

The iShares Semiconductor ETF is on a nine-session losing run unseen since May 2006, as the KOSPI posts its worst week since 2008, optical names suffer dot-com-era drops and Bank of America sees a Cisco echo.

Shares of fiber-optic connectivity companies are trading lower as elevated Treasury yields and increased Fed rate-hike expectations following this week's latest inflation data weigh on technology stocks. Elevated borrowing costs could pressure AI infrastructure spending plans, raising concerns about future demand for fiber-optic equipment and connectivity solutions.

Why Applied Optoelectronics Stock Plummeted This Week

Applied Optoelectronics stock fell 23.6% this week after Broadcom CEO warned of capital constraints that could slow AI infrastructure spending. The optical component maker, which relies heavily on data center customers for 800G transceivers, faces headwinds from funding concerns among major cloud providers. The stock has declined 64.2% from its 52-week high, compounded by recent shareholder dilution from a $600 million equity offering.

Jim Cramer: Reddit Is 'Inexpensive' While SiTime Is ‘Expensive’

Jim Cramer favors Reddit, Chevron, EPD and Corning, but calls SiTime expensive and Valero a risky double-or-nothing trade.

Shares of semiconductor and chip companies are trading lower as rising inflation concerns and elevated energy prices fuel expectations for further Fed rate hikes. Elevated borrowing costs could pressure semiconductor manufacturing and AI infrastructure investments while straining customer budgets. The Philadelphia Semiconductor Index (SOX) has declined for seven consecutive trading sessions, matching its longest losing streak since the 2008 financial crisis.

Got $1,000? 1 Top Stock to Buy Amid the Semiconductor Sell-Off Before It Triples by 2030

Marvell Technology is recommended as a strong buy opportunity following a semiconductor sector selloff triggered by concerns from Intel and Broadcom CEOs about capital constraints for AI infrastructure. Despite near-term headwinds, Marvell is positioned for exceptional growth with projected revenue CAGR of 55-60% through fiscal 2031, driven by demand for custom AI chips and networking components. Analysts project the stock could reach $885 by 2031, representing 261% upside from current levels, potentially turning a $1,000 investment into over $3,600.