SOXX rose 12.6% last month as semiconductor stocks gained. Yet major firms have slid quickly since then.
Intel, AMD, and Samsung swung sharply after Samsung’s poor results sparked broader sell-offs. Applied Materials fell 10% on Tuesday while AMD shed 8%.
SOXX is now weighed against wider tech ETFs such as IYW. Investors argue whether a dedicated chip fund or a broad tech basket offers steadier returns.