Chip Stocks Set for Longest Losing Run Since 2008
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A multi-session drawdown in chip stocks despite strong AI narratives suggests public markets are re-rating cyclicality and debt, not just demand. If your roadmap assumes cheap, ever-available accelerators, add a downside scenario where financing and equity costs stay elevated.
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