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Stock market this week: Chip stocks fell 12% by October 16
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Semiconductors
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United States
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Fusion42 · 17 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
The iShares Semiconductor ETF fell 11.8% in the week ending October 16, 2026, significantly underperforming the broader market's 2.0% drop. Major chipmakers including Micron, AMD, Broadcom, TSMC, and Nvidia all experienced double-digit declines.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Semiconductors.
◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway
Chip stocks are reversing sharply after driving huge gains this year. You need to rethink your exposure if your products or customers rely heavily on US semiconductor suppliers.
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