

KLA (KLAC) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
Semiconductor stocks have officially entered a bear market after the PHLX Semiconductor Index (SOX) plunged more than 20% from its June 2026 record high, raising concerns that the AI-driven rally may be losing momentum.

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Matt Dmytryszyn talks about what ASML's (ASML) earnings beat means for the greater AI chip trade. He says ASML Holding intends to raise prices for chipmaking equipment, which can impact companies like Applied Materials (AMAT), Lam Research (LRCX), and KLA Corp. (KLAC).

KLAC has confirmed multiple bearish technical signals, including a pennant breakdown and weakening momentum, suggesting the correction may continue toward lower weekly support levels.

The latest trading day saw KLA (KLAC) settling at $224.5, representing a -2.55% change from its previous close.

Applied Materials (NASDAQ: AMAT | AMAT Price Prediction) and KLA (NASDAQ: KLAC) both closed strong quarters tied to AI infrastructure buildout.
Shares of ON Semiconductor Corp (NASDAQ:ON) are trading 1% lower at $92.75 this afternoon, extending its stay below the $100 threshold.
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