Skyworks Solutions Surges 10%, Qorvo Climbs 6% While Chip Stocks Fall: Is the Merger Finally Clearing?

Skyworks Solutions Surges 10%, Qorvo Climbs 6% While Chip Stocks Fall: Is the Merger Finally Clearing?

Skyworks (+10%) and Qorvo (+6%) rally as CEO confirms SAMR in final phase for $22B RF chip merger, year-end target. Apple dependence and SAMR approval reshape smartphone RF consolidation, reshaping vendor strategy and procurement decisions.