US stock index futures climbed as chip stocks extended their AI-fueled rally, with Nasdaq 100 futures up 0.7% and AMD surging 130% year-to-date in 2026.

The SOX semiconductor index surged 55% in 2026, but Goldman Sachs data shows hedge funds are aggressively selling chip stocks amid AI valuation concerns.

US stock index futures climbed as chip stocks extended their AI-fueled rally, with Nasdaq 100 futures up 0.7% and AMD surging 130% year-to-date in 2026.

U.S. stock indexes rose Thursday, led by semiconductor shares and easing inflation fears, despite anticipated Federal Reserve interest rate hikes. Intel surged to a record high…

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