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The fund, under normal circumstances, invests at least 80% of its net assets (plus borrowing for investment purposes) in financial instruments, such as swap agreements, and securities of the index, ETFs that track the index and other financial instruments that provide daily leveraged exposure to the index or ETFs that track the index. The index measures the performance of domestic companies engaged in the design, distribution, manufacture and sale of semiconductors. The fund is non-diversified.

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Los ETFs vinculados a acciones de semiconductores (SOXL, NVDL y más) caen drásticamente en la negociación pre-market del lunes.

Caída de ETF de Semiconductores: SOXL, NVDL y otros caen en el premercado

Even with the world on edge, with rising geopolitical tensions, uncertain interest rate moves and tech stocks showing some mood swings, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">ETF investors</a> aren't running scared. They're doing something smarter: diversifying their bets.
Last week, U.S.-listed ETFs pulled in $22.7 billion, pushing 2025's total inflows to $462 billion, per Etf.com. 
Here's what makes that number interesting: the money didn't just flood into one corner of the market. It was a broad-based buying spree, with investors scooping up U.S. equities, international stocks, bonds, gold, and even crypto ETFs.
Four weeks ago, the trend showed high <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/05/45550710/investors-ditch-us-stocks-as-international-etfs-hit-52-week-highs-heres-whats-driving-the-portfolio-pivot">inclination toward international equity</a> amid shifting macroeconomic tides and geopolitical realignments. &nbsp;The so-called "Sell America" trade concerns,&nbsp;sparked by Moody's downgrade of America's credit rating, had investors redirecting capital from U.S. markets to opportunities abroad. But that narrative changed in a matter of weeks.
So what's behind this diversified appetite? 
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">A "Both-And" Market Mentality</h1>
This isn't a market where investors are choosing either risk or safety, they're doing both.
On one hand, funds like the Vanguard S&amp;P 500 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VOO#NYSE">VOO</a>) took in a massive $14.4 billion last week alone, proof that many still believe in the long-term power of U.S. large caps.
On the other hand, ETFs tied to gold, such as SPDR Gold Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GLD#NYSE">GLD</a>) and the leveraged ProShares Ultra Gold ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UGL#NYSE">UGL</a>) and iShares Bitcoin Trust&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IBIT#NASDAQ">IBIT</a>), also made it into the top 10 inflow list.
Translation? Investors saying, "Yes, we're bullish — but just in case…"
Also Read: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs/specialty-etfs/25/06/45939307/are-gold-etfs-really-a-hedge-during-a-geopolitical-crisis-heres-what-to-check-before-investing">Are Gold ETFs Really A Hedge During A Geopolitical Crisis? Here&#8217;s What To Check Before Investing</a>
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Going Global, Playing Defense</h1>
More investors are eyeing international ETFs and bonds to add some global flavor and stability to their portfolios. The iShares MSCI Emerging Markets Asia ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EEMA#NASDAQ">EEMA</a>) pulled in $861 million, showing growing interest in Asian growth stories.
At the same time, safer bets like the Vanguard Total Bond Market ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BND#NASDAQ">BND</a>) and Vanguard Tax-Exempt Bond ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VTEB#NYSE">VTEB</a>) drew strong inflows, as investors look to cushion against potential rate shocks or market hiccups.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">What's Fueling The Trend?</h1>
Geopolitical uncertainty: The Israel-Iran conflict and global election jitters are reminding investors that headlines can shake markets fast.
No clear Fed signal: With mixed signals from the U.S. Federal Reserve, no one wants to bet the farm on one asset class.
Tech fatigue: Even as big tech rallies, outflows from Invesco QQQ Trust (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) and Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3x Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXL#NYSE">SOXL</a>) suggest some profit-taking and wariness of over-concentration.
Now isn't the time to go all-in on one theme. Instead, ETF investors are layering their strategies, holding onto core U.S. equity positions, but adding gold, bonds, and emerging markets for extra protection and growth potential.
It's less "fear of missing out," and more "fear of not being prepared."
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Why Smart Money Is Spreading Out: ETF Flows Signal Surge In Portfolio Diversification

In a market whipsawed <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/artificial-intelligence">by AI hype</a>, tariff fears and geopolitical headlines, today's traders are not committing &#8211; they're swiping right on volatility and moving fast. The most active market participants are increasingly using leveraged and inverse ETFs to play quick, high-conviction moves &#8211; not long-term narratives, Jake Behan, head of Capital Markets at Direxion, told Benzinga in an exclusive Q&amp;A email.
A case in point: Palantir Technologies Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTR#NASDAQ">PLTR</a>). After a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/25/05/45208000/palantir-q1-earnings-revenue-beat-eps-in-line-customer-count-up-39-company-raises-guidance-citing-surging-and-ferocious-growth">solid earnings report</a> in May, its stock plunged over 12% as investors questioned whether the company's AI-fueled growth spurt was sustainable. That didn't stop flows. Direxion saw activity in both its Direxion Daily PLTR Bull 2X Shares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTU#NASDAQ">PLTU</a>) and the Direxion Daily PLTR Bear 1X Shares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PLTD#NASDAQ">PLTD</a>), highlighting just how split sentiment has become around tech darlings.
Read Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/05/45327841/palantirs-gravity-defying-rally-faces-reckoning-as-valuation-reaches-danger-zone">Palantir&#8217;s Gravity-Defying Rally Faces Reckoning As Valuation Reaches Danger Zone</a>
"Valuations are under scrutiny and the durability of growth is being tested," says Behan. Traders are watching everything from Chinese demand to AI monetization to capital expenditure trends &#8211; but they're expressing those views tactically. Direxion's single-stock suite saw massive action around earnings and tariffs, with $3.6 billion in inflows in April alone, led by the Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3x Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXL#NYSE">SOXL</a>), its 3X bull semiconductor ETF.
Meanwhile, traditional hedges are falling out of favor. Instead, traders are deploying -1X ETFs as quick hedging tools, especially during headline-sensitive windows, notes Behan. This is visible in inverse funds like the Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bear 3x Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXS#NYSE">SOXS</a>), Direxion Daily AAPL Bear 1X Shares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPD#NASDAQ">AAPD</a>) and Direxion Daily FTSE China Bear 3x Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/YANG#NYSE">YANG</a>), which saw weekly inflows during tariff-related drawdowns and macro data surprises.
Looking ahead, Behan isn't expecting a calm summer. "We're likely to see more storms of volatility," he warns, pointing to the expiration of the current 90-day tariff reprieve and the next round of earnings. 
Episodic spikes &#8211; not a high VIX regime &#8211; could define the market mood.
The upside surprise? 
According to Behan, if labor and inflation data fall into line, the market could be forced to price in resilient growth, not just risk. For now, though, traders seem content dancing with volatility rather than betting on long-term happily-ever-afters.
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Tech Traders Are Speed-Dating Volatility And Palantir Is The Perfect Case Study

Leveraged exchange-traded funds have been experiencing a significant surge in investor interest lately. This is fueled by a confluence of factors ranging from anticipated interest rate cuts to the booming popularity of artificial intelligence and escalating geopolitical tensions.
What Happened: This growing appetite is driving substantial capital inflows into vehicles like ProShares UltraPro QQQ (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TQQQ#NASDAQ">TQQQ</a>), Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3X (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXL#NYSE">SOXL</a>), and Select STOXX Europe Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EUAD#BATS">EUAD</a>).
&#8220;From interest rate speculation to momentum chasing, investors are rapidly reallocating capital toward vehicles that offer amplified exposure — and quicker returns,&#8221; said Eugenia Mykuliak, the founder and executive director of B2PRIME Group, a global financial services provider for institutional and professional clients.
Mykuliak stated the following factors that are responsible for investors&#8217; growing interest in such leveraged ETFs.
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<li>Anticipation of interest rate cuts is fueling leveraged ETF demand.</li>
<li>Leveraged ETFs as a tool to magnify gains in resilient markets.</li>
<li>Strategic hedging with leveraged ETFs amid tech strength.</li>
<li>Risk-on sentiment and momentum chasing are driving inflows.</li>
<li>Speculative nature and short-term focus in leveraged ETF trading.</li>
<li>AI boom attracting capital to leveraged ETFs with tech exposure.</li>
<li>Geopolitical tensions boosting the defense sector leveraged ETF interest.</li>
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Here&#8217;s a list of leveraged ETFs and how they have performed.
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<td>ProShares UltraPro QQQ (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TQQQ#NASDAQ">TQQQ</a>)</td>
<td>10.14%</td>
<td>-24.42%</td>
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<td>Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3X (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXL#NYSE">SOXL</a>)</td>
<td>9.47%</td>
<td>-51.97%</td>
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<td>Select STOXX Europe Aerospace &amp; Defense ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/EUAD#BATS">EUAD</a>)</td>
<td>6.42%</td>
<td>50.78%</td>
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Why It Matters: According to Mykuliak, the current market sentiment, characterized by a &#8220;risk-on behaviour,&#8221; is a significant driver.
She cautions about the speculative nature of some of these investments. &#8220;Short-term mindset is typically about speculation because positions are held for days, not months. So, chasing short-term profits is a speculative approach per se. The rising activity around options and other derivatives of these ETFs could also signal speculative positioning, rather than long-term strategic preparation.&#8221;
Price Action: The SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>), which track the S&amp;P 500 index and Nasdaq 100 index, respectively, fell in premarket on Monday. The SPY was down 0.74% to $562.59, while the QQQ declined 0.89% to $484.50, according to Benzinga Pro data.
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Disclaimer: This content was partially produced with the help of AI tools and was reviewed and published by Benzinga editors.
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Leveraged ETFs Soar As Investors Seek 'Amplified Exposure And Quicker Returns:' Rate Bets, Tech Mania, And Geopolitical Shifts Drive Demand

As market volatility grew and the Nasdaq 100 approached bear-market status, an intriguing pattern emerged: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/personal-finance/financial-advisors/25/04/44779772/gen-z-and-crypto-how-younger-generations-are-weighing-risk-in-investing">investors bet bigger on risk</a>. 
Outstanding shares in the top 50 leveraged ETFs have risen 20% since April 2, according to Citi Global Markets, cited by Bloomberg. 
The day marked President Donald Trump&#8216;s so-called &#8220;Liberation Day&#8221; declaration, which sparked tariff tensions. Even with the uncertainty, retail traders seem unfazed, piling into the high-adrenaline universe of leveraged exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in a daring attempt to reap outsized returns.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">High Risk, Higher Conviction</h2>
Leveraged ETFs, which derive their returns through derivatives to double, triple, or quadruple an underlying index or asset daily, are experiencing an explosion of popularity. While warning of wipeouts should the market move against the trades, aggressive investors have been attracted to them as the ultimate dip-buying tools.
Nowhere is that sense of optimism stronger than in the following three ETFs that have become default vehicles for the aggressive:
ProShares UltraPro QQQ (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TQQQ#NASDAQ">TQQQ</a>)
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<li>Leverage: 3x Long Nasdaq-100</li>
<li>The poster child of leveraged dip-buying, TQQQ has attracted around <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs/broad-u-s-equity-etfs/25/04/44824856/retail-traders-rush-into-leveraged-tech-etfs-betting-on-nasdaq-rebound-after-sharp-drop">$7.1 billion in net inflows since mid-February</a>, $3.1 billion of which came in following the tariff announcements in early April. Aimed to triple the daily return of the tech-heavy Nasdaq 100, TQQQ dropped more than 50% earlier this year but has since recovered almost 30% from its April 9 low.</li>
<li>Despite a 45% decline from its February high, the rampant buying indicates increased risk appetite as investors hope for another tech-led recovery.</li>
</ul>
Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3x Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXL#NYSE">SOXL</a>)
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<li>Leverage: 3x Long Semiconductor Index</li>
<li>While the semiconductor industry rides another bumpy cycle, investors are piling into SOXL in hopes that AI demand and supply chain normalization will reignite chip stocks. The ETF brought in $1.8 billion last week alone, <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2025-04-17/day-traders-refuse-to-give-up-favorite-obsession-leveraged-funds?sref=TBDibEcD">per </a>Bloomberg.</li>
<li>SOXL is designed to provide three times the daily performance of the PHLX Semiconductor Index. Although this leverage amplifies losses as well as gains, it has not dissuaded investors looking for the next big move higher in Nvidia (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), AMD (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>), and other semiconductor players.</li>
</ul>
ProShares UltraPro S&amp;P 500 (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UPRO#NYSE">UPRO</a>)
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<li>Leverage: 3x Long S&amp;P 500</li>
<li>While the Nasdaq gets all the headlines, UPRO provides three times exposure to the broad S&amp;P 500—a good bet for those playing a broad-based rebound. The ETF took in $633 million last week, Bloomberg reported.</li>
<li>Even as the wider S&amp;P slid under the weight of tariffs, investors just kept coming in, indicating that most view the drawdown as a buying opportunity, not as a reason to run.</li>
</ul>
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Volatility As A Feature, Not A Bug</h2>
Despite warnings from figures like hedge fund titan Bill Ackman, who recently decried leveraged funds for &#8220;driving dramatic market moves,&#8221; their popularity remains undiminished. Citi analysts note that while retail volumes broadly dipped, leveraged ETFs were an exception, with six making the top 25 most-traded list on Interactive Brokers.
Demand for leveraged ETFs reflects a change in retail investing psychology: volatility is not something to hedge but profit from.
The increased leveraged ETF inflows during a market retreat say it all. Retail traders, some who got their start during the meme stock boom and the 2022 bear market, are growing more comfortable with high-conviction, high-risk bets.
Though the ride is frightening; TQQQ declined 80% in the previous bear cycle before its record-breaking rally; the reward potential brings traders back for more.
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3 High-Risk ETFs Aggressive Retail Investors Can't Stop Buying

Mo Sparks is bringing the heat to Direxion. The ETF provider, known for its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/leveraged-etfs">high-octane leveraged and inverse funds</a>, has named Sparks its new chief product officer, signaling its continued push for innovation in the trading world.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">A Veteran ETF Strategist Joins The Team</h2>
Sparks, whose résumé reads like a who's who of ETF industry leadership, joins Direxion after spearheading the ETF business at Raymond James Investment Management.
Before that, he was key in expanding ETF offerings at the New York Stock Exchange, helping over 125 asset managers break into the space. His tenure at Vanguard further cemented his reputation as a product strategy expert.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Driving Innovation In ETF Products</h2>
"Mo is a visionary leader with a deep understanding of ETF innovation and global capital markets," said Douglas Yones, CEO of Direxion. "His ability to drive product expansion and investor education will be critical as we continue to offer cutting-edge solutions for traders and investors."
And Sparks is ready to light the fire.
"Direxion has pioneered leveraged and inverse ETFs, and I'm thrilled to join at a time when traders are increasingly turning to these tools to capture short-term trends," Sparks said.
With Direxion's lineup of well-known ETFs—including the Direxion Daily S&amp;P 500 Bull 3X Shares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPXL#NASDAQ">SPXL</a>), Direxion Daily S&amp;P 500 Bear 3X Shares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPXS#NASDAQ">SPXS</a>) and Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3X Shares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXL#NASDAQ">SOXL</a>) &#8211; Sparks&#8217; arrival signals a fresh wave of product development. Traders looking for new ways to amplify their strategies may want to keep an eye on what Direxion rolls out next.
For an industry that thrives on momentum, it looks like Direxion just found its next catalyst.
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Wall Street took a step back from record highs last week as inflation concerns and a weaker consumer spending outlook <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/inflation">weighed on markets</a>. 
Walmart's downbeat profit forecast sent its stock tumbling, while the Federal Reserve made it clear that it needs more proof of cooling inflation before considering rate cuts. 
Meanwhile, Chinese tech stocks had a strong week, led by Alibaba, as investors bet on policy easing from China's central bank.
Amid the market's mixed performance, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/etfs">several ETFs stood out</a> with impressive gains. Here they are:
1. United States Natural Gas Fund LP (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UNG#NYSE">UNG</a>)
<ul>
<li>Weekly Gains:&nbsp;20.33%</li>
<li>Focus:&nbsp;Aims to mirror the daily price movements of natural gas.&nbsp;</li>
<li>Expense Ratio:&nbsp;1.01%</li>
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2. ProShares Ultra Bloomberg Natural Gas (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BOIL#NYSE">BOIL</a>) 
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<li>Weekly Gains:&nbsp;25.64%</li>
<li>Focus:&nbsp;Aims to achieve daily results corresponding to two times the daily performance of the Bloomberg Natural Gas Subindex.</li>
<li>Expense Ratio:&nbsp;1.61%</li>
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3. Breakwave Dry Bulk Shipping ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BDRY#NYSE">BDRY</a>) 
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<li>Weekly Gains:&nbsp;25.64%</li>
<li>Focus:&nbsp;Offers exposure to dry bulk shipping, aiming to profit from gains in freight futures beyond what is already priced in.</li>
<li>Expense Ratio:&nbsp;3.50%</li>
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4. Defiance Daily Target 2X Long SMCI ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCX#NASDAQ">SMCX</a>) 
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<li>Weekly Gains:&nbsp;120.33%</li>
<li>Focus:&nbsp;Aims leveraged results of two times the daily percentage change Super Micro Computer, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMCI#NASDAQ">SMCI</a>).</li>
<li>Expense Ratio:&nbsp;1.29%</li>
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5. Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3x Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXL#NYSE">SOXL</a>) 
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<li>Weekly Gains:&nbsp;14.27%</li>
<li>Focus:&nbsp;Aims daily results of 300% of the performance of the NYSE Semiconductor Index.</li>
<li>Expense Ratio:&nbsp;0.92%</li>
</ul>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">What Happened In The Market Last Week?</h3>
Natural gas prices rebounded on expectations of higher demand and supply constraints. Reuters reported that according to Energy Information Administration data, U.S. crude oil stockpiles&nbsp;rose a little more than anticipated and fuel inventories dropped last week due to seasonal maintenance at refineries.
On the stock side, Super Micro Computer jumped 16.5% after releasing <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/market-summary/25/02/43901002/benzinga-bulls-and-bears-smci-jet-ai-palantir-and-oxy-and-wall-street-retreats-from-record-highs">strong preliminary Q1 results</a> and reassuring investors about its delayed financial filings. 
Jet.AI Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/JTAI#NASDAQ">JTAI</a>) soared 69% after announcing plans for a massive AI data center in Nevada, tapping into the growing demand for AI infrastructure.
In the U.S. and Canada, 10-year government bond yields surged in mid-January due to strong economic data, inflation uncertainty, and <a href="https://www.edwardjones.ca/ca-en/market-news-insights/stock-market-news/stock-market-weekly-update">expectations </a>that the Fed would limit rate cuts in 2025, according to Edward Jones. However, in recent weeks, yields have stabilized and started to decline.
With inflation still a big concern and earnings sending mixed signals, investors are keeping a close eye on economic data and any hints about future Fed policy moves.
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Wall Street Retreats As Inflation Worries Mount, 5 ETFs That Stood Strong Last Week

As investors look to navigate the volatility of <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/premium/ideas/2025-market-outlook-navigating-uncertainty-with-high-yield-strategies/">global markets in 2025</a>, Direxion's CEO, Douglas Yones, sees the technology and energy sectors as key growth areas.
In an exclusive interview with Benzinga, he asserted that while broader market uncertainty persists, the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/semiconductors">semiconductor</a> and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/energy">energy</a> industries are poised to stand out.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Semiconductors: A Key Growth Sector</h2>
Yones points to the semiconductor industry, driven largely by the increasing demand for AI technology. "Technology, particularly the AI and semiconductor industries, stands out as a key area for growth," he shares. 
As AI applications expand, the need for more advanced chips is set to rise, making this a high-potential sector. For traders looking to capitalize on this, Yones recommends leveraged ETFs such as the Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3X Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXL#NYSE">SOXL</a>), which offer significant exposure to the semiconductor industry.
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<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Energy Sector Boosted By Policy Shifts</h2>
The energy sector is also expected to thrive in 2025, with favorable policies likely to drive growth in fossil fuel companies. "The Trump administration has made its stance on drilling very clear, and the administration may be more friendly to fossil fuel companies," says Yones. 
He believes this will likely hurt alternative energy stocks, but make energy ETFs like the Direxion Daily Energy Bull 2X Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ERX#NYSE">ERX</a>) an appealing choice for traders.
<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Looking Ahead: 2025's Growth Potential</h2>
With AI driving technological advances and President-elect Donald Trump&#8216;s administration continuing its pro-fossil fuel stance, both semiconductors and energy stocks are expected to dominate investor portfolios in the year ahead.
"We expect energy and semiconductor stocks to benefit from both technology trends and government policies," Yones said.
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EXCLUSIVE: Energy, Semiconductors Could Dominate Portfolios In 2025, Says Direxion CEO

Traders seeking short-term opportunities in a changing economy are turning to leveraged and inverse ETFs as tools to capitalize on market shifts, particularly following the recent election. At the most recent virtual <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/events/">Benzinga</a> boot camp hosted by Direxion, analysts spotlighted strategies and trends driving interest in these financial instruments while emphasizing their role in tactical trading.
During the session, Gianni Di Poce, an analyst at The Mercator LLC, and Eliott Wellenbach, a senior vice president and institutional ETF strategist at Direxion, discussed the performance of leveraged ETFs in semiconductors, Chinese markets, and single-stock opportunities.
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Why Traders Are Watching Semiconductors</h3>
The semiconductor industry remains a focal point for traders as artificial intelligence and quantum computing developments continue to shape the market. Di Poce pointed to the Philadelphia Semiconductor Index as a case study, noting its upward trend.
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"When looking at trends, higher highs and higher lows indicate where the bigger directional moves are likely to occur," Di Poce said. He emphasized the value of Direxion's triple-leveraged SOXL ETF for bullish opportunities while also recognizing potential on the bearish side with SOXS, depending on short-term market movements.
Wellenbach added context from fund flows, explaining that SOXL has been among the top ETFs for inflows this year, reflecting investor confidence in semiconductor performance. "SOXL is our second-largest fund by assets under management," he said, acknowledging recent weekly outflows as traders locked in profits.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">China's Rebound Draws Interest</h3>
China's markets have also garnered attention after periods of volatility and downtrends. Di Poce highlighted the FTSE China 50 Index, explaining how stimulus measures and broader monetary shifts have contributed to a potential trend reversal.
"You had lower lows and lower highs for months, but that began to change earlier this year," Di Poce noted, pointing to recent higher lows as a signal of recovery. Direxion's YINN, a bullish China ETF, has seen notable inflows, aligning with the market's upward trajectory.
Wellenbach echoed this sentiment, adding that YINN became one of Direxion's top-performing funds following the Federal Reserve's rate adjustments. "The September easing helped shift global monetary flows, and traders recognized that opportunity," he said.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Single-Stock ETFs: A Growing Tool</h3>
Another focus of the session was single-stock ETFs. Di Poce discussed opportunities in high-profile names like Apple, Alphabet, and Tesla, noting their recent technical patterns.
"Apple broke through resistance and hit new highs, while Tesla confirmed its bull trend after months of declines," Di Poce said. Leveraged funds like AAPU for Apple and TSLU for Tesla offer traders tools to take short-term positions on individual stocks.
Wellenbach highlighted the increasing popularity of these ETFs, saying, "We've seen assets in single-stock funds grow from $1 billion to $6 billion this year as traders look for ways to express short-term convictions or hedge concentrated positions."
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Education And Strategy Remain Crucial</h3>
Both analysts emphasized the importance of understanding how leveraged ETFs function throughout the event. Wellenbach stressed their role as short-term tools and warned traders against a buy-and-hold approach due to the funds' daily rebalancing.
"These are powerful instruments, but you need to know what you own and how they work," Wellenbach said. Di Poce echoed this caution, reminding traders to manage risk. "Leverage can amplify gains, but it can also amplify losses. You can't afford to stay wrong for long."
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EXCLUSIVE: Leveraged ETFs Offer Short-Term Edge As Traders Eye Semiconductors, China, And Quantum Tech In Post-Election Market

Two of the globe&#8217;s largest chip manufacturers will clash in court this week due to a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/intellectual-property">disagreement over intellectual property</a>.
What Happened: Arm Holdings plc's (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ARM#NASDAQ">ARM</a>) legal spat with Qualcomm Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QCOM#NASDAQ">QCOM</a>) commenced Monday, Dec. 16, before a federal jury in Delaware, Bloomberg <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-12-16/arm-qualcomm-contract-fight-threatens-to-upend-chip-industry?sref=TBDibEcD">reported</a>.
Recall Qualcomm's <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/21/01/19148004/qualcomm-to-buy-startup-nuvia-in-1-4b-deal-what-investors-need-to-know">$1.4 billion acquisition of NUVIA</a>, a chip startup, in 2021. Just two years earlier, Arm granted licenses to NUVIA — assets Qualcomm eventually inherited.
Arm, headquartered in the U.K. and majority-owned by SoftBank Group, claims the Nuvia deal requires renegotiation. It also wants Qualcomm to destroy certain chip designs it received once the deal closed.
Qualcomm, in court documents, insists it has its own license agreements with Arm. &#8220;Qualcomm has licensed and paid for the same intellectual property that NUVIA licensed under its own separate agreements with ARM,&#8221; the statement <a href="https://semianalysis.com/wp-content/uploads/files/71776a9c-ee79-4c5c-947b-f7e98cf40bcc.pdf">reads</a>. 
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">ETFs To Watch</h1>
As per <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>, chip ETFs closed in the green Monday:
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<li>VanEck Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMH#NASDAQ">SMH</a>) was up 0.56%</li>
<li>Invesco PHLX Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXQ#NASDAQ">SOXQ</a>) was up 0.49%</li>
<li>Columbia Semiconductor and Technology ET (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SEMI#NYSE">SEMI</a>) was up 2.75%</li>
<li>Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3X Shares ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXL#NYSE">SOXL</a>) was up 5.88%</li>
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Why It Matters: The case — Arm v. Qualcomm, 22-cv-01146, US District Court, District of Delaware (Wilmington) — will likely see both CEOs, Arm&#8217;s Rene Haas and Qualcomm&#8217;s Cristiano Amon, take the stand.
This isn't the first time an M&amp;A agreement involving these companies sparked legal challenges. Back in 2020, Nvidia attempted to buy Arm for $40 billion, which threw San Diego-based Qualcomm and other tech companies into a panic.
Regulators sank the deal in 2022 when the Federal Trade Commission sued Nvidia to block the merger. Arm also faced substantial regulatory pressure from British authorities.&nbsp;
Fast-forward to today, and Arm is now trying to flex its muscles by pulling Qualcomm's license — worth an estimated $1.5 billion.
And Qualcomm is not known to give up easily. Recall its past licensing tussle with Apple, <a href="https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2019/04/qualcomm-and-apple-agree-to-drop-all-litigation/">settled</a> in April 2019. 
What&#8217;s Next: Analysts predict the companies will eventually settle, probably with Qualcomm paying more to access Arm's tech. 
The proceedings are anticipated to conclude by Friday, Dec. 20.
It&#8217;s worth noting that the chips in question power most mainstream devices, and the legal dispute could have wide-ranging repercussions on the tech industry. 
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Global chip stocks and ETFs experienced a notable surge following reports that U.S. officials are contemplating easing restrictions on sales to China. This development could lead to significant changes in the semiconductor industry as early as next week.
What Happened: Shares of global chip companies rose on Thursday after reports surfaced that U.S. officials might ease&nbsp;restrictions on sales to China.&nbsp;The potential changes could be announced as early as next week.
As per <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Chip ETFs reacted positively as well:&nbsp;Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3X&nbsp;Shares&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXL#NYSE">SOXL</a>), which holds over 8% in Advanced Micro Devices (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>), Broadcom Limited (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>), Nvidia (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>), rose 2.67%,&nbsp;iShares Semiconductor ETF&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXX#NASDAQ">SOXX</a>) increased by 1.03%, and&nbsp;VanEck Semiconductor ETF&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMH#NASDAQ">SMH</a>) climbed 0.90%.
The deliberations have involved U.S. officials,&nbsp;allies in Japan and the&nbsp;Netherlands, and American chip equipment manufacturers. These manufacturers have lobbied against stricter measures, warning of severe impacts on their businesses. The latest proposal differs from earlier versions, particularly regarding which Chinese companies might be added&nbsp;to a trade restriction list.
Previously, the U.S.&nbsp;considered sanctioning six suppliers to&nbsp;Huawei Technologies Co., a key player in China&#8217;s tech sector. However, the current plan may only include some of these suppliers, notably excluding&nbsp;ChangXin Memory Technologies Inc., which is developing AI memory chip technology.
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Why It Matters: The potential easing of U.S. restrictions on China comes amid a backdrop of complex geopolitical tensions and trade policies. Recently,&nbsp;Peter Thiel&nbsp;highlighted the severe impact a <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/24/11/42028954/peter-thiel-says-trumps-60-china-tariff-would-be-very-very-bad-for-beijing-heres-whats-at-stake">proposed 60% tariff</a> on Chinese goods could have on Beijing, suggesting a shift in manufacturing away from China. Additionally,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42089611/taiwan-semiconductor-faces-china-challenges-amid-potential-trump-return-and-geopolitical-tensions">Taiwan Semiconductor</a>&nbsp;faces challenges due to geopolitical tensions, with China focusing on enhancing its local chip production capabilities.
Furthermore,&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/24/11/42216863/nvidia-intel-suppliers-rethink-mexico-operations-amid-trumps-tariff-threat">Nvidia and Intel</a>&nbsp;suppliers are reevaluating their manufacturing strategies in Mexico due to potential tariffs. These developments underscore the intricate dynamics at play in the semiconductor industry and the global supply chain.
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Nvidia And Other Chip-Stock Linked ETFs Surge Amid Potential Easing Of US Restrictions On China

While the S&amp;P 500 Index continues its post-election surge, breaking through key resistance levels, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/nasdaq-100">the NASDAQ 100</a> is struggling to keep up.
This catch-up is prompting JPMorgan analyst Jason Hunter to ask: Is this a shift in market leadership or a temporary pause for the tech-heavy index?
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">S&amp;P 500 Breaks Out, NASDAQ 100 Stalls</h1>
<figure class="wp-block-image size-full"><img loading="lazy" decoding="async" width="794" height="464" src="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/12121428/Screenshot-2024-11-12-at-10.44.09-PM.png" alt="" class="wp-image-643450" srcset="https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/12121428/Screenshot-2024-11-12-at-10.44.09-PM.png 794w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/12121428/Screenshot-2024-11-12-at-10.44.09-PM-300x175.png 300w,https://editorial-assets.benzinga.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/12121428/Screenshot-2024-11-12-at-10.44.09-PM-768x449.png 768w" sizes="(max-width: 794px) 100vw, 794px" /></figure>
After the S&amp;P 500 re-accelerated through April's channel resistance and the 5850-5878 highs post-election, the index remains firmly bullish, with key support holding in the 5600s. The next resistance levels are now pegged at 6166 and 6194. Meanwhile, the NASDAQ 100 has faced a roadblock, unable to surpass its August rebound high. 
Hunter highlights that despite a broad market rally, the NASDAQ has underperformed, suggesting a potential leadership shift away from tech.
This divergence between the two indices is critical. If the NASDAQ 100 fails to break through its recent range, it would further support the idea that a regime change is in the cards — one where sectors outside of tech, like communication services, could be driving the market forward.
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<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Communication Services Steals The Spotlight</h1>
Interestingly, while the NASDAQ 100 as a whole struggles, the Communication Services sector has been leading the charge in the index's breakout. Good news for investors in the iShares U.S. Telecommunications ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IYZ#NYSE">IYZ</a>) and the SPDR S&amp;P Telecom ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XTL#NYSE">XTL</a>)
Tech and semiconductor stocks have lagged, clustered just below resistance. Relevant for investors in the Vanguard Information Technology ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VGT#NYSE">VGT</a>), the Technology Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>), the Invesco QQQ Trust Series I (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) and the Invesco NASDAQ 100 ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQM#NASDAQ">QQQM</a>).
Hunter's outlook suggests that in the coming weeks these hardware-oriented stocks may get "dragged higher" if the broader market rally continues. The question remains: Will they catch up, or will they continue to underperform as the rally unfolds?
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Semiconductor Struggles: A Key Test For Tech's Future</h1>
Semiconductors, once at the heart of tech's dominance, have been particularly sluggish. The Philadelphia Semiconductor Index (SOX) has faced stiff resistance at the 5397 July peak and the 5537 78.6% retracement level.
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While it has managed to hold above the 4997 200-day moving average, Hunter is closely watching whether these resistance levels will break.
If the semiconductor sector can't clear this hurdle, it would signal a continuation of the underperformance that has characterized the group since mid-summer. 
On the other hand, if bullish momentum drags semiconductors through these barriers, it could fuel a catch-up rally in tech stocks, reversing the trend of broad market leadership shifting to other sectors.
Investors in the VanEck Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMH#NASDAQ">SMH</a>), the iShares Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXX#NASDAQ">SOXX</a>) and the Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3x Shares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXL#NASDAQ">SOXL</a>) should remain wary of their holdings.
<h1 class="wp-block-heading">Will Tech Stage A Comeback?</h1>
Despite these challenges, Hunter remains optimistic that the post-election bullish momentum could eventually carry tech stocks, particularly semiconductors, back into the leadership role they held for much of the 2022-2024 rally. 
But if semiconductors continue to falter, and the broader market continues to rally without them, it could confirm that the days of tech dominance are coming to an end — at least for the near term.
For now, Hunter is watching for any breakouts in the tech sector, especially in semiconductors, to see if they can reclaim their former leadership position. 
The key levels to watch are the 5397 July gap for the SOX Index and the 21433-22306 range for the NASDAQ 100.
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NASDAQ 100 Struggles To Close Gap With S&P 500 During Semiconductor Slowdown

Advanced Micro Devices Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMD#NASDAQ">AMD</a>) is set to report third-quarter 2024 earnings on Tuesday, Oct. 29, after the market close. 
The third-largest U.S. semiconductor company by market capitalization—behind Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) and Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AVGO#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>)—has significantly lagged behind its industry <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/semiconductors">peers year to date. </a>
Will AMD&#8217;s third-quarter earnings signal an inflection point, setting the stage for a comeback, or will the performance gap with top competitors continue to widen from here?
Chart: AMD Has Sharply Underperformed Nvidia Year To Date
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Wall Street Expectations For AMD Earnings, Revenue In Q3 2024</h3>
Wall Street anticipates AMD to report adjusted earnings per share (EPS) of 92 cents for the third quarter of 2024, reflecting a robust 31% increase from 70 cents in the same quarter last year, as per Benzinga Pro data.
GAAP revenue is projected to reach $6.71 billion, a 16% year-over-year increase from $5.8 billion in the third quarter of 2023.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">A Positive Track Records Of Earnings Beats, Yet With Mixed Stock Reactions </h3>
Over the last eight quarters, AMD has consistently, yet marginally, beaten EPS expectations in seven out of eight reports, with the only miss occurring in the third quarter of 2022 (-1.47%).
Revenue has also largely exceeded expectations, with positive surprises in seven quarters, the largest being a 7.31% beat in Q1 2024. 
However, the stock's one-day price reaction has been mixed, demonstrating significant volatility. 
While strong quarterly beats drove substantial gains in the third quarter of 2023 (+9.69%) and the fourth quarter of 2022 (+12.63%), other quarters saw sharp declines despite solid results, such as the first quarter of 2024, where the stock dropped 8.91% following both a strong EPS beat of 8.77% and a 7.31% revenue surprise.
Strong positive stock reactions occurred in the third quarter of 2023 (+9.69%) and the fourth quarter of 2022 (+12.63%).
Negative reactions were recorded in the first quarter 2024 (-8.91%) and the first quarter of 2023 (-9.22%), despite substantial EPS and revenue beats, suggesting investor concerns about guidance-related issues
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<tbody>
<tr>
<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Reported Adj. EPS</th>
<th>EPS Surprise</th>
<th>Revenue</th>
<th>Revenue Surprise</th>
<th>1-Day $AMD Reaction</th>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Q2 2024</td>
<td>0.69</td>
<td>1.47%</td>
<td>5.835B</td>
<td>1.94%</td>
<td>4.36%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Q1 2024</td>
<td>0.62</td>
<td>8.77%</td>
<td>5.473B</td>
<td>7.31%</td>
<td>-8.91%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Q4 2023</td>
<td>0.77</td>
<td>In line</td>
<td>6.168B</td>
<td>0.78%</td>
<td>-2.54%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Q3 2023</td>
<td>0.70</td>
<td>2.94%</td>
<td>5.8B</td>
<td>1.93%</td>
<td>9.69%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Q2 2023</td>
<td>0.58</td>
<td>1.75%</td>
<td>5.359B</td>
<td>0.92%</td>
<td>-7.02%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Q1 2023</td>
<td>0.60</td>
<td>7.14%</td>
<td>5.353B</td>
<td>1%</td>
<td>-9.22%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Q4 2022</td>
<td>0.69</td>
<td>2.99%</td>
<td>5.599B</td>
<td>1.80%</td>
<td>12.63%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Q3 2022</td>
<td>0.67</td>
<td>-1.47%</td>
<td>5.565B</td>
<td>-0.98%</td>
<td>-1.73%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<figcaption class="wp-element-caption">Data: Benzinga Pro</figcaption></figure>
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Rosenblatt Securities: 60% Upside Potential With Server And GPU Gains</h3>
Rosenblatt analyst Hans Mosesmann is optimistic about AMD's ability to meet and slightly exceed the Street&#8217;s expectations.
Mosesmann indicated that AMD's EPYC server CPUs and MI300 AI GPUs are on a positive trajectory, particularly in light of expanding market share in the high-performance computing space. However, he expects "slight growth" in embedded segments and double-digit declines in gaming consoles, which could act as a drag on AMD's overall performance.
"We believe the shares are set to outperform the group after several quarters of skepticism around MI300's market share potential and mixed quarter results," Mosesmann said. 
Rosenblatt maintains a bullish 12-month price target of $250, implying a potential 60% upside from current levels.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Goldman Sachs: Long-Term Optimism on AI Infrastructure and Server CPU Share</h3>
Goldman Sachs analyst Toshiya Hari indicated that AMD has underperformed due to downward revisions in consensus EPS estimates for 2024, which have dropped 9% since the beginning of the year, while competitors like NVIDIA have seen significant upward EPS revisions.
"We maintain our Buy rating on AMD given our expectation for sustained growth in AI infrastructure capex, a cyclical recovery in server CPUs, and continued market share gains in Enterprise," Hari said. 
He highlighted AMD's increasing x86 server CPU market share, which rose to 34% as of Q2 2024, from less than 20% in early 2022. 
Goldman Sachs estimates that AMD's upcoming next-generation server CPUs could further solidify its edge over Intel Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>) in total cost of ownership (TCO) and efficiency.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">ETFs With Significant AMD Exposure</h3>
Investors looking for indirect exposure to AMD's performance may consider ETFs heavily weighted in AMD. 
Below are the top 10 ETFs with the largest allocations in AMD shares:
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<tr>
<th>ETF Holding $AMD</th>
<th>Weight in AMD (%)</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Simplify Volt RoboCar Disruption and Tech ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VCAR#NYSE">VCAR</a>)</td>
<td>9.80%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>AOT Growth and Innovation ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AOTG#NYSE">AOTG</a>)</td>
<td>8.50%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Strive U.S. Semiconductor ETF (ARCA SHOC)</td>
<td>8.39%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>iShares Semiconductor ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXX#NYSE">SOXX</a>)</td>
<td>8.38%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Invesco PHLX Semiconductor ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXQ#NYSE">SOXQ</a>)</td>
<td>8.27%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>VanEck Video Gaming and Esports ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ESPO#NYSE">ESPO</a>)</td>
<td>7.86%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Invesco AI and Next Gen ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IGPT#NYSE">IGPT</a>)</td>
<td>7.79%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Spear Alpha ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPRX#NYSE">SPRX</a>)</td>
<td>7.48%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>REX FANG &amp; Innovation Equity ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FEPI#NYSE">FEPI</a>)</td>
<td>6.47%</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3X Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXL#NYSE">SOXL</a>)</td>
<td>5.92%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
</figure>
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AMD Q3 Earnings Preview: Can AI, Server Gains Help Narrow The Semiconductor Gap With Nvidia?

As Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) hit all-time highs with 234.09% returns in the past year, several exchange-traded funds (ETFs) associated with the Jensen Huang-led chip giant have also demonstrated remarkable growth during the same time frame, reflecting the company&#8217;s significant market influence.
What Happened: According to <a href="https://www.vaneck.com/us/en/investments/semiconductor-etf-smh/holdings/">Benzinga Pro</a>, the GraniteShares 2x Long NVDA Daily ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDL#NASDAQ">NVDL</a>) being entirely invested in Nvidia, saw a remarkable increase of 479.94%.
Meanwhile, ProShares Ultra Semiconductors (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USD#NYSE">USD</a>), which has a 53.92% stake in Nvidia, climbed by 290.18%.
The Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3X Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXL#NYSE">SOXL</a>) with an 8.15% holding in Nvidia surged by 111.65%, while the iShares Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXX#NASDAQ">SOXX</a>) rose by 50.49%, holding 9.69% in Nvidia. The Strive US Semiconductor ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SHOC#NYSE">SHOC</a>) which maintains a 26.04% Nvidia holding, increased by 51.19%.
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The Simplify Volt RoboCar Disruption (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VCAR#NYSE">VCAR</a>) gained 34.66%, with 22.83% invested in Nvidia. Lastly, the VanEck Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMH#NASDAQ">SMH</a>) rose by 76.50%, holding 22.69% in Nvidia.
Why It Matters: The impressive performance of Nvidia-linked ETFs can be attributed to the company&#8217;s strong market position and the increasing demand for its products. Recently, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/10/41437976/nvidia-stock-hits-all-time-high-ahead-of-big-tech-earnings-whats-going-on">Nvidia&#8217;s stock reached an all-time high</a>, driven by the surge in artificial intelligence demand. Since the beginning of the year, Nvidia shares have risen over 186%, showcasing the company&#8217;s significant growth trajectory.
Furthermore, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/24/10/41462536/nvidia-accelerates-global-growth-eyes-ai-chip-development-in-india-and-expansion-in-thailand">Nvidia is expanding globally</a>, with plans to develop AI chips in India and expand in Thailand. This strategic expansion aims to bolster domestic semiconductor supply chains, further solidifying Nvidia&#8217;s market dominance.
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While Nvidia Shares Are Hitting All-Time High With Over 230% Return In The Past Year, Some ETFs Linked To Jensen Huang's Chip Giant Have Surged By Almost 500%: Here's More

On Friday, Gene Munster shared his insights on the ongoing AI market dynamics after key Nvidia supplier Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Ltd (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSM#NYSE">TSM</a>) reported <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/10/41373163/nvidia-supplier-tsmc-reports-q3-revenue-earnings-beat-amid-rising-demand-for-ai-chips">impressive third-quarter performance</a>.
What Happened: Munster took to X and emphasized the importance of focusing on the broader AI landscape rather than short-term fluctuations. He pointed out that just two days prior, concerns arose among investors regarding a potential slowdown in the AI sector. This was sparked by ASML Holding N.V. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASML#NASDAQ">ASML</a>) reducing its 2025 revenue forecast by approximately 18%. The prevailing theory suggested that a decline in demand for AI chip-making machines could indicate a slowdown in AI chip demand.
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However that was not the case. Munster highlighted that TSMC saw a 10% surge in its stock price after announcing a 6% increase in December revenue projections. TSMC also reported that its demand for CoWoS, a key AI technology, is outpacing its supply capabilities, despite efforts to double capacity annually. 
Munster stated, &#8220;I still believe we&#8217;re in front of a 2-4 year bull market driven by AI.&#8221;
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Why It Matters: Munster&#8217;s comments come in the wake of TSMC&#8217;s impressive third-quarter results, which exceeded expectations due to robust demand for AI chips. TSMC&#8217;s revenue for the quarter reached NT$759.69 billion ($23.50 billion), marking a 39% year-over-year increase. This growth underscores the strong demand for advanced processor node technologies used in AI applications.
Additionally, Munster had previously addressed the market&#8217;s reaction to ASML&#8217;s guidance cut, describing it as an overreaction. As reported by <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/10/41351475/after-asml-rocks-ai-hardware-names-gene-munster-explains-why-its-overreaction-ai-tr">Benzinga</a>, he noted that only a small portion of ASML&#8217;s revenue is directly tied to AI demand. Munster&#8217;s perspective suggests that the AI trade remains on track, with TSMC&#8217;s performance further supporting this outlook.
Price Action: As per<a href="https://pro.benzinga.com"> Benzinga Pro,</a> t the time of writing during the pre-market hours on Friday, Invesco QQQ Trust, Series 1 (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>) was up by 0.70% while major semiconductor ETFs were also trading slightly upwards. iShares Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXX#NASDAQ">SOXX</a>) was up by 1% while Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3X Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXL#NYSE">SOXL</a>) was trading 3.20% higher. SP Funds S&amp;P World ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPWO#NYSE">SPWO</a>) which allows investments into TSM, was up by 1.54%.
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STOCK ROSE TO HIGH ONLY MINUTES AFTER SIGNAL
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Yesterday, at 10:05 AM on October 16th, a significant trading signal occurred for Drexion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3X shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXL#NYSE">SOXL</a>) as it demonstrated a Power Inflow at a price of $34.40. This indicator is crucial for traders who want to know directionally where institutions and so-called "smart money" moves in the market. They see the value of utilizing order flow analytics to guide their trading decisions. The Power Inflow points to a possible uptrend in SOXL&#8217;s stock, marking a potential entry point for traders looking to capitalize on the expected upward movement. Traders with this signal closely watch for sustained momentum in SOXL&#8217;s stock price, interpreting this event as a bullish sign.
Signal description
Order flow analytics, aka transaction or market flow analysis, separate and study both the retail and institutional volume rate of orders (flow). It involves analyzing the flow of buy and sell orders, along with size, timing, and other associated characteristics and patterns, to gain insights and make more informed trading decisions. This particular indicator is interpreted as a bullish signal by active traders.&nbsp;
The Power Inflow occurs within the first two hours of the market open and generally signals the trend that helps gauge the stock&#8217;s overall direction, powered by institutional activity in the stock, for the remainder of the day.&nbsp;
By incorporating order flow analytics into their trading strategies, market participants can better interpret market conditions, identify trading opportunities, and potentially improve their trading performance. But let's not forget that while watching smart money flow can provide valuable insights, it is crucial to incorporate effective risk management strategies to protect capital and mitigate potential losses. Employing a consistent and effective risk management plan helps traders navigate the uncertainties of the market in a more controlled and calculated manner, increasing the likelihood of long-term success
If you want to stay updated on the latest options trades for SOXL, <a href="https://benzinga.grsm.io/register174">Benzinga Pro</a> gives you real-time options trades alerts.&nbsp;
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After Market Close UPDATE:
The price at the time of the Power Inflow was $34.40. The returns on the High price ($35.53) and Close price ($34.37) after the Power Inflow were respectively 3.3% and -.02%. That is why it is important to have a trading plan that includes Profit Targets and Stop Losses that reflect your risk appetite. 
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Tradepulse Power Inflow Alert: Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3X Receives Alert And Climbs 3.3%

An<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/24/10/41339229/asml-earnings-leak-sparks-broad-semiconductor-sell-off-sector-down-sharply-as-dutch-chipmaker-lo"> unintentional disclosure</a> by semiconductor equipment specialist ASML Holding N.V. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASML#NASDAQ">ASML</a>) penalized the broader technology sector, with the benchmark Nasdaq index losing 1% on Tuesday. Unfortunately, ASML accidentally released its third-quarter earnings report a day early, causing a ripple effect in the computer chip ecosystem.
As Benzinga Staff Writer Piero Cingari pointed out, the report "revealed a significant revision to its 2025 net sales guidance, now projected between 30 billion euros and 35 billion euros ($32.7 billion to $38.2 billion) — a reduction from the previously stated range of 30 billion euros to 40 billion euros."
Most worryingly, while demand related to artificial intelligence appears to continue to be largely in a bright spot, it wasn't enough to rejuvenate other market segments. "It now appears the recovery is more gradual than previously expected. This is expected to continue in 2025, which is leading to customer cautiousness," said ASML president and CEO Christophe Fouquet.
Adding insult to injury, the head executive disclosed that the company's 2025 total net sales may expand to a range between 30 billion to 35 billion euros, which represents the lower half of the guidance that the company provided at its Investor Day conference.
Not surprisingly, the options market lit up for ASML stock, with the market's heavy hitters<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/insights/options/24/10/41339957/market-whales-and-their-recent-bets-on-asml-options"> positioning themselves bearishly</a>. Specifically, professional or institutional investors piled into put options with expiration dates ranging from this Friday to March 21 of next year.
The Direxion ETFs: Nevertheless, the heightened activity in the tech space could offer opportunities in Direxion's leveraged exchange-traded funds. Some of the financial service provider's highest-risk, highest-reward offerings took center stage recently. First, the Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3X Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXL#NYSE">SOXL</a>) is an ETF that is reserved only for the most optimistic traders.
Second, the Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bear 3X Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXS#NYSE">SOXS</a>) is an extreme ETF that caters to those holding decisively pessimistic sentiments. Both the SOXL and SOXS seek the daily investment results of 300% (or 300% of the inverse) of the NYSE Semiconductor Index. Given the 3X leverage, these funds are only designed to be held for periods no greater than one day.
Fundamentally, the daily compounding of leverage – especially for the inverse SOXS – is severe in these ETFs. Therefore, it's imperative that market participants maintain positional discipline and exit before the trading session expires.
The SOXL ETF: Although the SOXL fund is in positive territory for this year, the extreme leverage has only resulted in a relatively modest performance.
<ul>
<li>After soaring through early July, the 3X-leveraged ETF tumbled badly into early August before entering a choppy consolidation phase.</li>
<li>SOXL is on the ropes at the moment as the shocking ASML disclosure plunged its unit price below its 50-day moving average.</li>
</ul>
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The SOXS ETF: Due to the overall strong performance of the tech space, SOXS has been bleeding red ink, losing over 63% since the start of this year.
<ul>
<li>The overall posture of SOXS is discouraging right now since it can't seem to break the trend of lower lows.</li>
<li>However, Tuesday's accidental disclosure yielded an almost 18% lift in the 3X bear fund, providing much-needed optimism.</li>
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Tech Sector Chaos Puts Spotlight On Direxion's 3X-Leveraged SOXL And SOXS Funds

Driven by demand from cloud computing and AI, semiconductor sales have skyrocketed in recent months as pressure due to supply chain concerns and inflation has eased. The specialized chips that power these popular technologies are in such high demand that makers of these products now represent three of the 10 largest companies in the world by market capitalization&mdash;NVIDIA Corp., Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Co. Ltd., and Broadcom Inc. (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/avgo#NASDAQ">AVGO</a>), each of which has a market cap of at least $833 billion.
Notably, the semiconductor market appears to be still heating up. Global semiconductor sales for August 2024 reached more than $53 billion, a 20.6% increase year-over-year and the fifth consecutive month-to-month improvement. Demand was particularly strong in the U.S. and Asia. China&#39;s assertive stimulus policy has prompted a surge in domestic chipmaker stocks in recent weeks, which is not reflected in August&#39;s global sales figures.
Bets on individual semiconductor makers have been a popular choice for many investors, with NVDA shares nearly tripling in the last year and both TSM and AVGO stocks more than doubling during that time. Some investors may prefer a broader approach, though, to capitalize on the ongoing surge in the U.S. or the global semiconductor spaces. In these cases, there are a number of ETFs providing different types of exposure to this market.
<h2>SMH: Top-Performing Non-Leveraged Chip ETF</h2>
The VanEck Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/smh#NASDAQ">SMH</a>) provides reasonably broad coverage of the semiconductor space by targeting more than two dozen U.S.-listed chipmakers. Setting it apart from other U.S.-focused semiconductor funds is SMH&#39;s inclusion of chip manufacturers of different market capitalization levels, allowing for exposure beyond the largest companies.
SMH has outperformed all other non-leveraged semiconductor ETFs year-to-date, with a total return of nearly 42% in that time and a one-year increase of more than 68%. In the competitive ETF space, where fees for funds are often driven lower, SMH has a moderate expense ratio of 0.35%. This is in line with several other ETFs with a similar focus. VanEck&#39;s semiconductor fund also has a healthy asset base of more than $24 billion and strong liquidity based on average trading volumes.
<h2>SOXQ: Low Fee Alternative</h2>
The Invesco PHLX Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/soxq#NASDAQ">SOXQ</a>) is just a few years old, making it one of the newest semiconductor-focused funds available. It focuses on a pool of about 30 U.S.-listed and large-cap semiconductor companies, with major players like NVIDIA and Broadcom representing outsized portions of the portfolio.
SOXQ sets itself apart by its expense ratio of just 0.19%. The fund has undercut many other established semiconductor ETFs, drawing cost-conscious investors and those interested in buying and holding.
Given its smaller assets under management and lower liquidity levels than better-known rivals, a buy-and-hold strategy may also be best for SOXQ.
<h2>SEMI: Global Exposure</h2>
While many semiconductor ETFs focus on a small pool of U.S. companies, the Columbia Seligman Semiconductor &amp; Technology ETF (ARCA:SEMI) provides global exposure.
Although its portfolio remains relatively small, at about 30 holdings, and major players like NVIDIA still dominate, SEMI is nonetheless one of the most diverse semiconductor funds available.
This diversity gives investors access to a broader range of growth opportunities. By including international companies, SEMI stands out from other funds with a more limited geographic focus.
<h2>SOXL: Leveraged Semiconductor Fund</h2>
Investors looking to take a more active approach to trading may wish to make use of leveraged funds. In this area, the Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3X Shares ETF (ARCA:SOXL) stands out for its 3x-long exposure to a pool of top U.S. semiconductor companies. SOXL dominates the leveraged semiconductor ETF space in terms of liquidity, which is key for investors because the fund&#39;s leverage resets daily.
This daily reset means traders must be cautious of volatility over multiple days, as the compounding effect can significantly impact overall returns. For this reason, SOXL is generally best suited for short-term trades rather than long-term holds, allowing investors to take advantage of sharp price movements in semiconductor stocks without holding the risks of daily compounding over an extended period.
<h2>Rotation Back Into Semiconductor Stocks?</h2>
Some investors shifted away from semiconductors ahead of the Fed&#39;s September rate cut. SMH and other semiconductor funds tumbled in July as a result. However, in the final quarter of the year it appears that semiconductor firms are back on track for continued gains, although the industry remains heavily dependent on a small number of very large names. ETFs focused in this space can help to mitigate the risk of individual chipmakers while still providing exposure to the industry as it continues to heat up.
The article &quot;<a href="https://www.marketbeat.com/stock-ideas/4-best-etfs-for-capitalizing-on-the-semiconductor-market-surge/">4 Best ETFs for Capitalizing on the Semiconductor Market Surge</a>&quot; first appeared on MarketBeat.

4 Best ETFs for Capitalizing on the Semiconductor Market Surge

Direxion Managing Director Ed Egilinsky spoke to Benzinga about the sectors likely to benefit from the Federal Reserve&#8217;s potential rate cuts as well as the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/2024-presidential-election">2024 presidential election</a>.
&#8220;In the current rotation trade environment, there are several sectors that could be impacted such as the Financials, Energy, Tech, and Healthcare/Biotech,&#8221; Egilinsky said. 
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Semiconductors &#8211; Driving The Tech Sector</h3>
Egilinsky emphasized the significant role of semiconductors in the tech sector's recent success. 
&#8220;The tech sector has continued to be a leader in 2024, with semiconductors once again outpacing the broader tech space,&#8221; he said. This trend is partly due to the excitement surrounding AI.
For traders looking to leverage this momentum, Egilinsky said, &#8220;We have seen inflows YTD with both our Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3x Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXL#NYSE">SOXL</a>) and Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bear 3x Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXS#NYSE">SOXS</a>), as traders contemplate the next directional move.&#8221; 
These ETFs are designed to capture short-term fluctuations in the semiconductor sector, offering investors tools to capitalize on its ongoing growth.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Sector Sensitivity Amid Political, Economic Shifts</h3>
With Election Day on Nov. 5, Egilinsky highlighted how policy changes could affect various sectors in 2025.
&#8220;The election outcome could have a major impact on policy and should create directional volatility in areas sensitive to policy shifts such as healthcare/biotech, financials, and energy,&#8221; he explained. 
Leveraged and inverse ETFs are poised to see increased activity depending on these policy changes:
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<li>Direxion Daily S&amp;P Biotech Bull 3X Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LABU#NYSE">LABU</a>) and Direxion Daily S&amp;P Biotech Bear 3X Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LABD#NYSE">LABD</a>),</li>
<li>Direxion Energy Bull 2X Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ERX#NYSE">ERX</a>) and Direxion Daily Energy Bear 2X Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ERY#NYSE">ERY</a>)</li>
<li>Direxion Financial Bull 3X Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FAS#NYSE">FAS</a>) and Direxion Financial Bear 3X Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FAZ#NYSE">FAZ</a>) </li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Diversifying Beyond The Magnificent Seven</h3>
Egilinsky also discussed the challenge of diversifying beyond the top-performing Magnificent Seven stocks: Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AAPL#NASDAQ">AAPL</a>), Amazon.com Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AMZN#NASDAQ">AMZN</a>), Alphabet Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOG#NASDAQ">GOOG</a>) (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GOOGL#NASDAQ">GOOGL</a>), Meta Platforms Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/META#NASDAQ">META</a>), Microsoft Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MSFT#NASDAQ">MSFT</a>), Tesla Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSLA#NASDAQ">TSLA</a>), and Nvidia Corp (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>).
&#8220;We see many investors looking to diversify beyond the Magnificent Seven stocks,&#8221; he said. For those seeking broader exposure, the Direxion NASDAQ-100 Equal Weighted Index Shares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQE#NASDAQ">QQQE</a>) offers an equal weight approach to the NASDAQ 100 Index, potentially providing additional sources of returns.
<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Real Estate, Utilities: Benefiting From Rate Cut Expectations</h3>
Egilinsky also noted the performance of real estate and utilities in light of anticipated rate cuts. 
&#8220;The Real Estate and Utilities markets recently hit two-year highs as the realization that the Fed will start cutting interest rates has helped both sectors be amongst the best-performing sectors thus far this quarter,&#8221; he said.
For investors looking to ride this momentum, ETFs like the Direxion Daily Utilities Bull 3X Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/UTSL#NYSE">UTSL</a>) and Direxion Daily Real Estate Bull 3X Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DRN#NYSE">DRN</a>) are worth considering.
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The Netherlands' recently elected prime minister is expected to block ASML Holding NV (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASML#NASDAQ">ASML</a>) <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/40301217">from assisting Chinese companies with repair and maintenance services</a>.
Dutch company ASML is a top player in the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/semiconductors">semiconductor</a> industry, and the only supplier of extreme ultraviolet lithography machines, which are required to manufacture the world's most powerful chips.
The move is expected to vastly affect China's ability to produce advanced semiconductors and could also hurt ASML's business, as it would deter Chinese companies from purchasing new ASML machines.
ASML stock traded higher earlier in the day Thursday, potentially in sympathy with NVIDIA Corp&#8216;s <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/asia/24/05/38800273/chinas-semiconductor-spending-tops-us-with-142b-commitment-global-chip-race-heats-up">quarterly results</a>, which broadly <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/08/40630439/semiconductor-etfs-rally-despite-nvidia-dip-10-chipmakers-defy-the-ai-darlings-drop">boosted the chips and AI sectors</a>. ASML stock ultimately ended the session slightly negative at $887.71. 
What Happened: The government of Dick Schoof, who came into power in The Netherlands in July, will apparently not renew ASML's licenses to repair and maintain their products in China. This includes providing spare parts as well as having ASML employees stationed at Chinese companies, <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-08-29/the-netherlands-to-put-more-curbs-on-asml-s-china-chip-business?srnd=homepage-europe&amp;sref=TBDibEcD">Bloomberg</a> reported. 
Semiconductor production lines are extremely complex and require fixed personnel to provide maintenance service. ASML has 10,000 customer support employees on staff, including service engineers and applications specialists, some of whom are permanently placed at foreign manufacturing companies.
So far, Chinese companies have not been able to purchase extreme ultraviolet lithography machines from ASML. The new rule would involve the servicing of ASML's deep ultraviolet lithography, which are second-in-line in the company's product roster and are held by Chinese tech companies like Huawei.
The latest EUV machine from ASML runs about $380 million, and the company <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/05/38842448/taiwan-semi-flags-high-costs-of-asmls-latest-chip-machines">has sold it to </a>Taiwan Semiconductor Mfg. Co. Ltd. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TSM#NYSE">TSM</a>) and <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/02/37071728/intel-gears-up-for-future-with-asmls-advanced-chip-machine-set-to-advance-ai-processing">Intel Corp</a> (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/INTC#NASDAQ">INTC</a>), among others.
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Impact On ASML: China remains ASML's largest market, and has been so for the last four consecutive quarters, Bloomberg <a href="https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2024-07-17/asml-s-surging-china-sales-underscore-us-threat-of-tighter-curbs?sref=TBDibEcD">reports</a>. Exports to the country represented <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/07/39808860/asml-beats-q2-earnings-expectations-with-strong-china-sales-ai-chip-demand">49% of the company's sales in the second quarter</a> of this year.
While the company's exclusive product offer has allowed it to remain present in China's market despite export controls, new restrictions will further incentivize China to develop the technology it needs to manufacture advanced chips with fully local technology.
Chinese tech giant Huawei recently announced its latest chip series are in line <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/24/06/39227871/nvidias-ai-chip-has-a-tough-competitor-from-china-huaweis-latest-ascend-910b">with Nvidia's high-level A100 chips in some tests</a>.
US Pressure Abroad Is Working: China is already under intense pressure from the U.S. to slow down its semiconductor industry. The Biden administration has released a battery of measures aimed at hampering China's growth in the sector and boosting the U.S. domestic industry.
The moves have been framed within the context of national security, as semiconductors are key parts in advanced military equipment and in the development of high-end artificial intelligence, among other applications that could influence the geopolitical power balance.
In 2022, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/22/10/29273679/chinas-semiconductor-industry-decapitated-overnight-what-annihilation-looks-like-1">Biden threatened to revoke citizen privileges to U.S. persons</a> working with Chinese semiconductor companies, causing an exodus of American tech workers from the Asian nation.
Just last month, the government enacted an executive order <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/23/08/33683351/biden-targets-chinas-semiconductors-and-ai-with-new-order-restricting-investments">restricting U.S. investment in Chinese high-tech sectors</a> including semiconductors.
The moves are in line with other measures aimed at boosting the American domestic chip industry, <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/24/07/39592660/biden-administration-pumps-504m-to-boost-ai-chip-innovation-in-tech-hubs">including tax breaks and billion-dollar funding packages</a>.
Recently, the Biden administration issued a new rule expanding U.S. powers to bar tech exports into China from countries such as Japan, the Netherlands and South Korea <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/analyst-ratings/analyst-color/24/07/40078235/biden-rule-on-semiconductor-exports-to-china-is-huge-positive-for-chip-sector-suppl">when U.S. technology is involved</a>.
The U.S. used this rule to influence Schoof's upcoming decision, Bloomberg reported, as the Biden administration pushes to steer its allies against Chinese technological growth.
A spokesperson from China's Ministry of Commerce said this week that <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/24/08/40546725/china-slams-us-for-including-chinese-firms-in-export-control-list-undermines-the-international-trade">U.S. actions undermine "international trade order and rules"</a> and disrupt the "security and stability of global industrial and supply chains."
While the Chinese government <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/asia/24/05/38800273/chinas-semiconductor-spending-tops-us-with-142b-commitment-global-chip-race-heats-up">has invested more than the U.S.</a> in boosting its domestic semiconductor industry, the country still lags behind in developing its own technology to become independent from foreign suppliers, many of whom are based in countries that align with U.S. political interests.
The largest semiconductor ETFs can be affected by geopolitical moves. These include VanEck Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SMH#NASDAQ">SMH</a>), iShares Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXX#NASDAQ">SOXX</a>) and Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3X Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXL#NYSE">SOXL</a>).
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In the wake of Nvidia Corp.&#8217;s (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) recent earnings announcement, exchange-traded funds (ETFs) associated with the company have shown diverse responses.
What Happened: As per <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com">Benzinga Pro</a>, after the earnings report, GraniteShares 2x Long NVDA Daily ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDL#NASDAQ">NVDL</a>) saw a decrease of 3.41% in pre-market trading. Concurrently, T-Rex 2X Inverse NVIDIA Daily Target ETF (BATS:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDQ#BATS">NVDQ</a>) experienced a rise of 3.48%.
Other ETFs like ProShares Ultra Semiconductors (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/USD#NYSE">USD</a>) and Direxion Daily NVDA Bull 2X Shares (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDU#NASDAQ">NVDU</a>) also witnessed a decline of 1.90% and 3.48% respectively. On the contrary, Direxion Daily Semiconductor Bull 3X Shares (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXL#NYSE">SOXL</a>) and iShares Semiconductor ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SOXX#NASDAQ">SOXX</a>) saw an increase of 1.09% and 0.57% respectively.
The varied responses from NVDA ETFs came in the aftermath of Nvidia&#8217;s latest quarterly earnings report.
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Why It Matters: Nvidia ETFs had shown mixed trading activity prior to the earnings announcement as well. The earnings report revealed that Nvidia had surpassed expectations for the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/08/40613050/nvidia-q2-earnings-guidance-top-street-view-as-ai-fuels-record-data-center-revenue-gross-margin-fal">second quarter driven</a> by strong data center revenue.
However, the Jensen Huang-led chip company&#8217;s gross margin had contracted from the first quarter, leading to a 3.6% drop in shares in after-hours trading. This could explain the varied responses among Nvidia ETFs following the earnings announcement.
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This story was generated using <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/author/benzinga-neuro">Benzinga Neuro</a> and edited by <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/topic/Pooja-Rajkumari" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pooja Rajkumari</a>

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