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HOLDRs Semiconductor (SMH)
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Aug 16, 2026, 12:00 amThis summary was created by AI, based on 1 opinions in the last 12 months.
The semiconductor sector is currently exhibiting a significant skew towards call options, indicating heightened investor interest, a trend that seems unusual following a substantial market run. Despite the bullish sentiment for the long term, experts are advising caution in the short term, highlighting a bearish outlook for immediate trading. Investors are recommended to consider diversified strategies, either through ETFs such as the one related to HOLDRs Semiconductor or in selecting individual chip stocks. Furthermore, although there are opportunities in AI-focused funds, the consensus leans towards being wary as the market experiences fluctuations. In essence, while long-term growth potential exists, particularly in the semiconductor field, patience and prudent investment choices are paramount.
Top 2 or 3 ETFs until 2022. He likes SMH-N - semiconductors. XLF-N still has upside as the financials have underperformed. Canadian banks stick out as well. They are sitting on a whack of cash and have not been able to raise dividends. They will probably take some loan loss provisions back into earnings soon.
Semiconductors is a fast-moving sector with high valuations. Go with the 5G players. QCOM, which he owns, goes to the top of the list on valuation and potential growth. AMD has done exceptionally well, though valuation is a bit extreme. Not a bad way to play is through the SMH ETF. Nvidia has had the highest growth, but valuation also extreme. He wouldn't chase INTC, even though it's cheap.
Companies like Apple are now bringing semi-conductors back in-house and the sector is seeing many changes. It's hard to see who will be the winner. The sector has run tremendously so he would wait for a pullback before putting money in.
Larry Berman CFA, CMT, CTA
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He's used this ETF forever. If you're looking for something more nuanced, there are some AI-focused ones (but they're not just chips).
In the chip sector right now, there's a massive skew to call options versus puts. Calls are priced higher than puts, which is very unusual after a significant run of the kind we've had. Short term, he's bearish on the sector for a trade. Long term, you have to be bullish and buy dips. Right now, be very cautious.