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DOV, KLAC and TPC recently announced dividend hikes, offering income as market volatility persists and uncertainty weighs on investors.

Cramer’s Case for the Semiconductor Equipment “Troika” During the August 6 episode of CNBC’s Mad Money, host Jim Cramer pointed to the bottleneck in data center memory production and urged investors to focus on the companies building the fabrication machinery. He highlighted Lam Research Corporation (NASDAQ:LRCX), KLA Corporation (NASDAQ:KLAC), and Applied Materials, Inc. (NASDAQ:AMAT) as […]

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.37%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.14%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.89%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU26 ) are up +0.44%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures...

TER trades at a premium, but booming AI demand and strong growth in chip testing and robotics are powering its momentum.

KLA (KLAC) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy).

KLA (KLAC) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy).

FTRE, ASML and KLAC made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) momentum stocks list on July 31, 2026.

The AI equipment demand that repriced Lam Research stock was named, sized and already visible in the reported numbers before the run began.

KLA's fiscal Q4 earnings beat estimates as AI infrastructure, foundry/logic and process control demand lift revenues 15.2% and strengthen its outlook.

The chip-packaging firm trades above the market on earnings even as its largest segment slips and an AI ramp tries to carry the rest.

The stock market is fine outside AI. Seagate, SK Hynix, KLA and Bloom Energy are key earnings late. Will the Federal Reserve surprise?

Semiconductor capital equipment stocks took a brutal U-turn on Monday. Heading into the opening bell, the sector was riding a pre-market high. The optimism was fueled by easing geopolitical tensions in Iran and a blockbuster Wall Street Journal report revealing that Nvidia is in talks to guarantee a massive $250 billion in financing for an OpenAI data center project. But that AI-driven euphoria evaporated instantly. ASML erased early gains of over 2%—and dragged U.S. peers Applied Materials (AMA

Lam Research's Q4 results are expected to reflect the benefits of strong demand for AI chips and rising DRAM spending.

Applied Materials (NASDAQ: AMAT) and KLA (NASDAQ: KLAC) both closed strong quarters tied to AI infrastructure buildout. Applied posted Q2 FY2026 revenue of $7.91 billion on May 14, 2026. KLA reported Q3 FY2026 revenue of $3.415 billion on April 29, 2026. Both beat consensus. Their playbooks look nothing alike. AI Fab Tools Lift One. Inspection ... Applied Materials Vs. KLA Corporation: This AI Infrastructure Play Is A Better Buy

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) today is up +0.30%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up +0.60%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up +0.97%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU26 ) are up +0.28%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures...

KLA recently reported Q3 FY26 revenue of US$3.42 billion, including US$3.08 billion from its Semi Process Control segment, alongside its 17th consecutive dividend increase and a new US$7.00 billion share buyback authorization, even as sector-wide semiconductor stocks came under pressure following SK hynix-led profit taking in AI and memory names. These developments highlight how KLA’s role as an AI-enabling process control supplier and its willingness to return substantial capital to...

FORM's AI-driven HBM momentum, broader chip-testing wins and CPO growth support its outlook despite premium valuation and margin pressure.

TER's AI-driven chip testing growth, expanding product lineup, and stronger earnings momentum position it ahead of KLA in this AI infrastructure comparison.

Meta’s decision to make its in-house chip could be a boon for Applied Materials, Lam Research, and KLA, which all make equipment that turns raw silicon wafers into microchips.

A number of stocks jumped in the afternoon session after semiconductor stocks rebounded amid dip buying following a recent selloff, as reports revealed that China may ease restrictions on advanced Nvidia AI chip imports.

After a 284% rebound from its 52-week low, Applied Materials still has AI-driven demand, portfolio breadth and earnings momentum supporting further growth.

Onto Innovation's 25.5% rally reflects AI-led demand, advanced packaging gains and new product momentum, but rich valuation raises questions about the next move.

Companies that consistently increase their sales, margins, or returns on capital are usually rewarded with the best returns, and those that can do all three for years on end are almost always the legendary stocks that return 100 times your money.

KLA Corporation (NASDAQ: KLAC) is the standout mover, currently trading up 9.28% at $304.23, just below its 52-week high of $304.42. Applied Materials (NASDAQ: AMAT) is up 6.02% at $736.46, having touched a fresh 52-week high of $739.32 intraday. Lam Research (NASDAQ: LRCX) is gaining 5.86% at $435.00, within pennies of its 52-week peak of $436.06. ASML Holding (NASDAQ: ASML), the world’s sole maker of extreme ultraviolet lithography machines and an essential supplier for any new fab constructio

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Lam Research stock and several peers hit record highs as chipmakers invest in new gear amid the AI megatrend.

The chip-equipment maker is posting record results at the heart of the AI buildout, but its premium price and history of sharp downturns frame a difficult decision for investors.

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) on Monday closed up +1.18%, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up +0.59%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed up +2.25%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU26 ) rose +1.20%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures...

AI chip rally powers gains as inflation data looms.

Applied Materials rides AI-led chip demand with stronger growth forecasts and lower valuation, while KLA trails with premium pricing after a sharp rally.