Chip stocks pull back: Here's what you need to know

CNBC Television | May 12, 2026 at 08:15 PM UTC
Neutral 90% Confidence
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Key Points

  • Chip stocks are pulling back due to profit-taking after an AI-fueled rally, with the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index 60% above its 200-day moving average.
  • Qualcomm, Intel, Onsemi, AMD, Micron, SanDisk, and Seagate are among the worst performers, with some experiencing their worst day in years.
  • Analysts remain bullish on the AI story, raising price targets for Nvidia ahead of earnings, citing strong data center demand, despite the current pullback.

AI Summary

Chip stocks are experiencing a pullback after a significant AI-fueled rally, with the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index seeing declines not witnessed since the dot-com era. This profit-taking affects major chipmakers like Intel, Qualcomm, and Micron. Despite the short-term correction, analysts remain bullish on the long-term AI story and data center demand, particularly for Nvidia.

Model Analysis Breakdown

Model Sentiment Confidence
Gemini 2.5 Flash Neutral 90%
Consensus Neutral 90%