SOXX rose 12.6% last month as semiconductor stocks gained. Yet top players 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 lost 8%.
SOXX is now compared with wider tech ETFs such as IYW. Investors argue whether a dedicated chip fund or a diversified tech portfolio offers steadier returns.