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The AI trade faces structural headwinds as Google expands voluntary buyouts to cut costs amid regulatory scrutiny, while MediaTek strengthens its supply chain by partnering with TSMC and hiring a former Intel executive. This divergence signals a shift from pure growth speculation to operational efficiency and supply chain security in the semiconductor complex. AMD reported a record quarter with revenue of $13.38B and AI business nearly doubling, reinforcing its position in the data center market. In contrast, Booking Holdings missed revenue estimates at $8.89B despite strong gross bookings, indicating softening in high-margin travel demand. Novo Nordisk also rose on strong guidance for its weight-loss pill.
AI Sector Regulatory Headwinds
The AI trade faces structural headwinds as Google expands voluntary buyouts to cut costs amid regulatory scrutiny, while MediaTek strengthens its supply chain by partnering with TSMC and hiring a former Intel executive. This divergence signals a shift from pure growth speculation to operational efficiency and supply chain security in the semiconductor complex.
AMD reported a record quarter with revenue of $13.38B and AI business nearly doubling, reinforcing its position in the data center market. In contrast, Booking Holdings missed revenue estimates at $8.89B despite strong gross bookings, indicating softening in high-margin travel demand. Novo Nordisk also rose on strong guidance for its weight-loss pill.