The PHLX Semiconductor Index surged 78-82% YTD, smashing its 1995 record. AI demand and memory shortages drove chip stocks to $5.7 trillion in market value.

The PHLX Semiconductor Index has surged roughly 80% in 2026, adding $5.7 trillion in market cap and smashing its 1995 record as AI chip demand soars.

The PHLX Semiconductor Index surged 78-82% YTD, smashing its 1995 record. AI demand and memory shortages drove chip stocks to $5.7 trillion in market value.